Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Rice & Red Beans
Goya Foods, Inc.Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb
Hy Vee, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Rice & Red B... | Long Grain &... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 35.0g | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Rice & Red Beans vs Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb has extremely high impact (BSI 78.2) compared to Rice & Red Beans's very high impact (BSI 62.6). Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb contains 7.0g more carbs per serving, Rice & Red Beans provides 1.0g more fiber. Rice & Red Beans 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 & Red Beans
Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Rice & Red Beans
Serving size 45.0 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:
LONG GRAIN PARBOILED RICE ENRICHED WITH IRON (FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE), NIACIN, THIAMINE (THIAMINE MONONITRATE) AND FOLIC ACID, RED BEANS (SMALL RED BEANS, SUGAR, CALCIUM, CHLORIDE {ADDED AS A FIRMING AGENT}), RED BEAN POWDER (RED BEANS, CORN STARCH, LECITHIN), SALT, GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, DEHYDRATED RED PEPPER, TOMATO POWDER (TOMATO, SILICON DIOXIDE {TO PREVENT CAKING}), ONION, HAM FLAVOR (HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, AUTOLYZED YEAST, SALT, ONION POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS), OREGANO, CUMIN, BAY LEAF.
Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb
Serving size 56.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 39.0g 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 PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE (RICE [NIACIN, IRON {FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE}, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID]), WILD RICE, DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES (GARLIC, ONION, TOMATO, SPINACH), INACTIVE BAKER'S YEAST, BEEF FLAVOR (HYDROLYZED CORN AND SOY PROTEIN, SALT, DEXTROSE, BEEF AND VEGETABLE FAT [BHA, BHT, CITRIC ACID ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS], CARAMEL COLOR, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND GUANYLATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICE, SILICON DIOXIDE), SALT, DEXTROSE, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND GUANYLATE, PARSLEY.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Rice & Red Beans
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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: Rice & Red Beans has a BSI of 62.6 while Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb has a BSI of 78.2. Rice & Red Beans has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Rice & Red Beans appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 62.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Rice & Red Beans contains 77.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb contains 75.0g per 100g. Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb has 2.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Rice & Red Beans provides 6.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix With Herb Seasoning, Herb. Rice & Red Beans provides 3.1g 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 flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.