Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Puttanesca Sauce
Classic Alfredo Sauce
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Puttanesca S... | Classic Alfr... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.0g | 2.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Puttanesca Sauce
Classic Alfredo Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Puttanesca Sauce
Serving size 125.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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 AND TOMATO PASTE AND/OR CRUSHED TOMATOES), OLIVES (OLIVES, WATER, SEA SALT, FERROUS GLUCONATE), CAPERS (CAPERS, WATER, SALT, VINEGAR), OLIVE OIL, GARLIC, ANCHOVIES (ANCHOVIES, OLIVE OIL, SALT), MERLOT WINE, SALT, SUGAR, ITALIAN SEASONING AND SPICES, CITRIC ACID.
Classic Alfredo Sauce
Serving size 61.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CREAM, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, ENZYME MODIFIED EGG YOLK (EGG YOLK, SALT, ENZYME), WHEY, SALT, ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COW'S MILK (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Puttanesca Sauce
Minerals
Classic Alfredo Sauce
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Puttanesca Sauce
Classic Alfredo Sauce
Food Tags
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Puttanesca Sauce Tags
Classic Alfredo Sauce Tags
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: Puttanesca Sauce, Puttanesca has a BSI of 7.9 while Classic Alfredo Sauce, Classic Alfredo has a BSI of 3.9. Classic Alfredo Sauce, Classic Alfredo has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Classic Alfredo Sauce, Classic Alfredo appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Puttanesca Sauce, Puttanesca contains 4.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Classic Alfredo Sauce, Classic Alfredo contains 3.3g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Puttanesca Sauce, Puttanesca provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Classic Alfredo Sauce, Classic Alfredo. 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.