Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Rojos Refried Red Beans
Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Rojos Refrie... | Brooks, Chil... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 11.1g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Rojos Refried Red Beans
Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy
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Nutritional Labels
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Rojos Refried Red Beans
Serving size 130.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.1g 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:
WATER, RED BEANS, BLEND OF VEGETABLE OILS (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: SOYBEAN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), SALT, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER
Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy
Serving size 130.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 9.9g 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 SMALL RED BEANS (BEANS, WATER), WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SPICES, WHEAT FLOUR, TOMATO PASTE, SALT, CORN FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL, NATURAL FLAVORS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Rojos Refried Red Beans
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Rojos Refried Red Beans
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Food Tags
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Rojos Refried Red Beans 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: Rojos Refried Red Beans has a BSI of 29.5 while Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy has a BSI of 23.7. Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 23.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Rojos Refried Red Beans contains 15.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy contains 17.7g per 100g. Rojos Refried Red Beans has 2.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Rojos Refried Red Beans provides 3.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 8.5g in Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy. Brooks, Chili Beans, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy provides 4.7g 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.