Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Rice Cakes
Glencourt Inc.Chili Cheese
Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Rice Cakes | Chili Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Rice Cakes vs Chili Cheese: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chili Cheese has high impact (BSI 32.7) compared to Rice Cakes's moderate impact (BSI 15.7). Chili Cheese contains 10.0g more carbs per serving, Chili Cheese provides 1.0g more fiber. Rice Cakes 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.
Rice Cakes
Chili Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Rice Cakes
Serving size 10.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 8.0g 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:
WHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE.
Chili Cheese
Serving size 28.0 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:
DEGERMED YELLOW CORN MEAL, COTTONSEED OR CANOLA OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, DEHYDRATED POTATO, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY, SPICES AND SPICE EXTRACTIVES, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES), MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, SOYBEAN OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, BUTTER (CREAM), BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES), LACTIC ACID, BUTTERMILK, SODIUM CITRATE, CORN STARCH, ONION POWDER, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, GARLIC POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5, ANNATTO COLOR, TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E), INACTIVE YEAST, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ASCORBYL PALMITATE (A SOURCE OF VITAMIN C), BHT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Rice Cakes
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Chili Cheese
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Minerals
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: Rice Cakes has a BSI of 15.7 while Chili Cheese has a BSI of 32.7. Rice Cakes has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Rice Cakes appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 15.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Rice Cakes contains 80.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chili Cheese contains 64.3g per 100g. Chili Cheese has 15.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Rice Cakes provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Chili Cheese. Chili Cheese provides 3.6g 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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