Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Red Franks
Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Red Franks | Garlic & Che... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g | 11.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 15.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Red Franks
Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Red Franks
Serving size 91.0 Gg
% 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:
PORK, WATER, BEEF, POTATO STARCH, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORING, DEXTROSE, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.
Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage
Serving size 75.0 Gg
% 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:
PORK, SEASONING (SALT, SUGAR, SPICE, GARLIC, SUNFLOWER OIL, PARSLEY FLAKES), CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, WATER, VINEGAR, NATURAL FLAVORINGS, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Red Franks
Minerals
Garlic & Cheese Italia...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Red Franks
Garlic & Cheese Italian Sau...
Food Tags
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Red Franks Tags
Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage 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: Red Franks has a BSI of 3.8 while Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage, Garlic & Cheese has a BSI of 5.6. Red Franks has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Red Franks appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Red Franks contains 2.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage, Garlic & Cheese contains 4.0g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Red Franks provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Garlic & Cheese Italian Sausage, Garlic & Cheese. 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 sausages, hotdogs & brats category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.