Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Rolled Tacos
First Foods, Inc.Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese
Delicias De La AbuelaComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Rolled Tacos | Extra Cheese... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.5g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Rolled Tacos vs Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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Rolled Tacos
Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Rolled Tacos
Serving size 58.0 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:
FLOUR TORTILLAS (UNBLEACHED/ ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, ORGANIC SOYBEAN OIL, CORN FLOUR, SEA SALT, GUAR GUM AND BAKING POWDER), WATER, TEXTURIZED SOY FLOUR, BLACK BEANS, ONION, MUSHROOM, CORN, CHIPOTLE PEPPERS (RED JALAPENO PEPPERS, TOMATO SAUCE AND ANCHO CHILES), JALAPENO PEPPERS, CILANTRO, SOY FLOUR, RICE STARCH, NATURAL SPICES, YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA, SOYBEAN OR SUNFLOWER OIL.
Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.5g 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:
DOUGH: WHITE CORN, PRE COOKED WHITE FLOUR, SALT, SUGAR, TAPIOCA FLOUR. FILLING: MOZZARELLA CHEESE (LOW-MOSTIURE PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT AND ENZYMES). POWERED CELLULOSE (ANTI-CAKING AGENT), AND NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR), WATER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Rolled Tacos
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Food Tags
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Rolled Tacos 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: Rolled Tacos has a BSI of 31.1 while Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese has a BSI of 32.6. Rolled Tacos has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Rolled Tacos appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 31.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Rolled Tacos contains 31.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese contains 21.2g per 100g. Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese has 9.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Rolled Tacos provides 3.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese. Rolled Tacos provides 1.6g 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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