Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spanish Rice
Riviana Foods Inc.Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham
Hormel Foods CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spanish Rice | Hormel, Comp... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g | 25.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 1.1g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Spanish Rice vs Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Spanish Rice has very high impact (BSI 65.5) compared to Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham's high impact (BSI 47.5). Spanish Rice contains 12.0g more carbs per serving, Spanish Rice provides 2.9g more fiber. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Spanish Rice
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Spanish Rice
Serving size 125.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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:
WATER, LONG GRAIN RICE, TOMATO PASTE, SUNFLOWER OIL, ONION POWDER, SEA SALT, GARLIC POWDER, YEAST EXTRACT, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER), BLACK PEPPER, NATURAL FLAVOR
Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham
Serving size 213.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.9g 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:
WATER, REHYDRATED POTATOES, SMOKED HAM WATER ADDED (CURED WITH WATER, SUGAR, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SODIUM LACTATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM NITRITE. MAY ALSO CONTAIN: DEXTROSE, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE AND FLAVORING), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF BUTTER (CREAM [MILK], SALT), PASTEURIZED PROCESS AMERICAN CHEESE (AMERICAN CHEESE [MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES], WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CREAM, SALT, LACTIC ACID), MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE (NONFAT MILK, MILK PROTEIN), SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, FLAVORING, SPICES, ERYTHORBIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Spanish Rice
Minerals
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Food Tags
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Spanish Rice 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: Spanish Rice has a BSI of 65.5 while Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham has a BSI of 47.5. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 47.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spanish Rice contains 29.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham contains 11.7g per 100g. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham has 17.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Spanish Rice provides 3.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.5g in Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Ham. Spanish Rice provides 2.7g 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.
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