Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic
Paella Valenciana
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Rice Pilaf, ... | Paella Valen... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 32.0g | 35.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.5g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic
Paella Valenciana
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Nutritional Labels
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Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 31.0g 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:
PARBOILED RICE, DEHYDRATED ONION FLAKES, CITRIC ACID, DEHYDRATED LEMON PEEL, DEHYDRATED GARLIC GRANULES, SALT, MUSTARD POWDER, GROUND TURMERIC, CHOPPED PARSLEY, PARSLEY POWDER, THYME POWDER, BAY LEAF POWDER.
Paella Valenciana
Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.5g 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:
SEASONED RICE: RICE, DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES (ONIONS, RED AND GREEN BELL PEPPERS, TOMATO), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, CORN MEAL, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN DEHYDRATED CHICKEN, SUGAR, SPICES, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (INCLUDES YELLOW #5 AND #6) SEAFOOD MIXTURE: SQUID, MUSSELS, COCKLES, PEAS, CARROTS, SWEET CAPSICUM, SOYBEAN OIL AND SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Paella Valenciana
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Ingredient Analysis
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Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic
Paella Valenciana
Food Tags
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Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic Tags
Paella Valenciana 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: Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic has a BSI of 61.1 while Paella Valenciana has a BSI of 66.0. Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 61.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic contains 80.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Paella Valenciana contains 50.0g per 100g. Paella Valenciana has 30.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Rice Pilaf, Lemon & Garlic provides 2.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.1g in Paella Valenciana. 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 flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.