Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Ranch Chicken Casserole
J & B Sausage Company, Inc.Fettuccine Alfredo
Nutrisystem, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Ranch Chicke... | Fettuccine A... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 34.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 17.0g | 9.0g |
| Fat | 21.0g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Ranch Chicken Casserole vs Fettuccine Alfredo: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Fettuccine Alfredo has very high impact (BSI 59.2) compared to Ranch Chicken Casserole's high impact (BSI 34.7). Fettuccine Alfredo contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Fettuccine Alfredo provides 1.0g more fiber. Ranch Chicken Casserole is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Ranch Chicken Casserole
Fettuccine Alfredo
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Nutritional Labels
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Ranch Chicken Casserole
Serving size 181.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g 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:
SOUP BLEND (WATER, MUSHROOMS, VEGETABLE OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH (CORN), WHOLE MILK SOLIDS (DRIED CREAM, NONFAT DRY MILK, WHEY SOLIDS AND SOY LECITHIN), SALT, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SOY LECITHIN, COCONUT OIL, MALTODEXTRIN, CORNSTARCH, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICES, DEXTROSE, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT, CHICKEN FAT WITH EXTRACTS OF ROSEMARY, SODIUM CASEINATE, TURMERIC, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE AND LESS THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE (ANTI-CAKING AGENT)), CHICKEN, TOMATOES, TORTILLA CHIPS: (WHOLE GRAIN CORN, WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: COTTONSEED OIL, CORN OIL, PALM OIL), SALT, LIME), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES). CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (COLOR) IF COLORED). POTATO STARCH AND POWDERED CELLULOSE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING, FLAVORINGS, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Serving size 51.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 28.0g 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:
ENRICHED PASTA (DURUM SEMOLINA, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, SALT, CULTURES AND ENZYMES), MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, INULIN, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT AND ENZYMES), WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES (CARROTS, MUSHROOMS, RED BELL PEPPER, GREEN BELL PEPPER), SALT, BUTTERMILK, CREAM CHEESE (CREAM, NONFAT DAIRY MILK AND CHEESE CULTURE), BLUE AND CHEDDAR CHEESES (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT AND ENZYMES), DISODIUM PHOSPHATES, GUAR GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, LACTIC ACID, SUGAR, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (FOR COLOR), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, YEAST EXTRACT, GARLIC POWDER, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, SPICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Ranch Chicken Casserole
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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: Ranch Chicken Casserole has a BSI of 34.7 while Fettuccine Alfredo has a BSI of 59.2. Ranch Chicken Casserole has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Ranch Chicken Casserole appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 34.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Ranch Chicken Casserole contains 11.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fettuccine Alfredo contains 66.7g per 100g. Ranch Chicken Casserole has 55.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Ranch Chicken Casserole provides 1.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.9g in Fettuccine Alfredo. Fettuccine Alfredo provides 4.8g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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.
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