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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Ahold Usa, Inc.Pasta Sauce, Marinara
Key Food Stores Co Operative, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pumpkin Past... | Pasta Sauce,... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 10.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Pasta Sauce, Marinara
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Nutritional Labels
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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Serving size 120.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
PUMPKIN PUREE, WATER, TOMATOES, HEAVY CREAM, HONEY, BUTTER, CARROT PUREE, SEA SALT, DRIED ONION, DRIED GARLIC, CITRIC ACID, BASIL, BLACK PEPPER, DRIED PARSLEY, SPICES, ROSEMARY, GROUND CINNAMON, SAGE POWDER, XANTHAN GUM.
Pasta Sauce, Marinara
Serving size 124.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE CITRIC ACID), DICED TOMATOES IN TOMATO JUICE, SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, SALT, DRIED ONION, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SPICES, DRIED GARLIC.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Minerals
Pasta Sauce, Marinara
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Ingredient Analysis
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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
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Food Tags
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Pumpkin Pasta Sauce has a BSI of 15.8 while Pasta Sauce, Marinara has a BSI of 21.9. Pumpkin Pasta Sauce has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 15.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce contains 8.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pasta Sauce, Marinara contains 10.5g per 100g. Pumpkin Pasta Sauce has 2.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce provides 1.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Pasta Sauce, Marinara. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.