Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries
Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Shoestring C... | Cheddar Chee... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries
Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 15.0g 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 OILS: CANOLA, SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, SUNFLOWER, CORN). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), CARAMEL COLOR, SALT, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE ADDED TO MAINTAIN COLOR.
Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 18.0g 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 OILS: CANOLA, SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, SUNFLOWER, CORN), DEHYDRATED POTATO FLAKES (POTATOES, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE (TO MAINTAIN COLOR), CITRIC ACID (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS)). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL FLAVOR, POTATO STARCH - MODIFIED, SALT, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE ADDED TO MAINTAIN COLOR, YEAST EXTRACT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries Tags
Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes 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: Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries has a BSI of 31.6 while Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes, Cheddar Cheese has a BSI of 37.2. Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 31.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries contains 20.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes, Cheddar Cheese contains 24.7g per 100g. Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries has 4.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Shoestring Cut Potatoes 5 Minute Fries provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.4g in Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes, Cheddar Cheese. Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potato Shapes, Cheddar Cheese provides 1.2g 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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