Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Refried Beans, Traditional
Light Red Kidney Beans
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Refried Bean... | Light Red Ki... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 16.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 6.0g | 4.9g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Refried Beans, Traditional
Light Red Kidney Beans
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Nutritional Labels
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Refried Beans, Traditional
Serving size 120.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 10.0g 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:
COOKED PINTO BEANS, WATER. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: LARD, SALT, VINEGAR, ONION POWDER, HYDROGENATED LARD, GARLIC POWDER, SPICE, CHILI PEPPER.
Light Red Kidney Beans
Serving size 130.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 14.1g 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:
PREPARED KIDNEY BEANS, WATER, SUGAR, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE (FIRMING AGENT), DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROMOTE COLOR RETENTION).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Refried Beans, Traditi...
Minerals
Light Red Kidney Beans
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Refried Beans, Traditional
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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: Refried Beans, Traditional has a BSI of 19.7 while Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney has a BSI of 31.8. Refried Beans, Traditional has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Refried Beans, Traditional appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Refried Beans, Traditional contains 13.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney contains 16.2g per 100g. Refried Beans, Traditional has 2.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Refried Beans, Traditional provides 5.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.8g in Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney. Refried Beans, Traditional provides 1.2g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the canned & bottled beans category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.