Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Seasoned Curly Fries
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Seasoned Cur... | Crinkle Cut ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Seasoned Curly Fries
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Seasoned Curly Fries
Serving size 84.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 19.0g 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:
POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: CANOLA, PALM, SOYBEAN, SUNFLOWER), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, ONION POWDER, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, DEGERMED YELLOW CORN MEAL, LEAVENING (DISODIUM DIHYDROGEN PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), DRIED YEAST, COLORED WITH OLEORESIN PAPRIKA.
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries
Serving size 84.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 17.0g 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:
POTATOES, CANOLA OIL, CITRIC ACID (TO PROMOTE COLOR RETENTION), DEXTROSE (TO PROMOTE BROWNING).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Seasoned Curly Fries
Vitamins
Minerals
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Seasoned Curly Fries
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries
Food Tags
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Seasoned Curly Fries Tags
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries 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: Seasoned Curly Fries has a BSI of 39.0 while Crinkle Cut Potato Fries has a BSI of 35.6. Crinkle Cut Potato Fries has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Crinkle Cut Potato Fries appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Seasoned Curly Fries contains 26.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Crinkle Cut Potato Fries contains 23.8g per 100g. Crinkle Cut Potato Fries has 2.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Seasoned Curly Fries provides 2.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.4g in Crinkle Cut Potato Fries. 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 french fries, potatoes & onion rings category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.