Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spaghetti With Meatballs
Safeway, Inc.Hormel, Chili With Beans
Hormel Foods CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spaghetti Wi... | Hormel, Chil... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 6.9g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 16.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Spaghetti With Meatballs vs Hormel, Chili With Beans: Both have similar blood sugar impact with BSI scores of 55.2 and 51.3 respectively. Hormel, Chili With Beans contains 2.0g more carbs per serving, Hormel, Chili With Beans provides 3.9g more fiber. Choose based on your nutritional preferences and portion size for optimal blood sugar management.
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.
Spaghetti With Meatballs
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Spaghetti With Meatballs
Serving size 250.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 21.0g 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:
TOMATOES (TOMATO PUREE, WATER), COOKED ENRICHED SPAGHETTI (WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2) AND FOLIC ACID], WHEAT PROTEIN ISOLATE [WHEAT GLUTEN, PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID), GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE), WATER, MEATBALLS (PORK, DARK CHICKEN, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED CHICKEN, BEEF, WATER, CRACKERMEAL (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, FLAVORINGS, SOYBEAN OIL, CITRIC ACID), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, SEA SALT, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID, HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN AND WHEAT GLUTEN, FLAVORINGS, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE, YEAST EXTRACT, SOYBEAN OIL, LACTIC ACID.
Hormel, Chili With Beans
Serving size 247.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.1g 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, BEEF, BEANS, CONCENTRATED CRUSHED TOMATOES, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF CORN FLOUR, TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPERS, FLAVORING), FLAVORING, SUGAR, STARCH (MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CORNSTARCH), SPICES, GREEN CHILES (CONTAINS CITRIC ACID), ONIONS, JALAPENO PEPPERS (CONTAINS VINEGAR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Spaghetti With Meatballs has a BSI of 55.2 while Hormel, Chili With Beans has a BSI of 51.3. Hormel, Chili With Beans has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hormel, Chili With Beans appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 51.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spaghetti With Meatballs contains 12.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hormel, Chili With Beans contains 13.4g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Spaghetti With Meatballs provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.8g in Hormel, Chili With Beans. Hormel, Chili With Beans 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the chili & stew category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.