Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spanish Styl... | Weis Quality... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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 Style Gourmet Rice Side
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side
Serving size 39.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 27.0g 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:
ENRICHED PARBOILED RICE (LONG GRAIN RICE, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID), ENRICHED VERMICELLI PRODUCT (DURUM FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SEASONING BLEND (SALT, ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], DRIED GREEN BELL PEPPER, MALTODEXTRIN, DEXTROSE, DRIED ONION, SPICES, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, JALAPENO POWDER, SOYBEAN OIL, PAPRIKA COLOR, GARLIC POWDER, CHILI POWDER, WHEY, CARAMEL COLOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, TURMERIC EXTRACT COLOR).
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
Serving size 43.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 31.0g 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:
PRECOOKED PARBOILED WHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side Tags
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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 Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style has a BSI of 54.7 while Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice has a BSI of 60.6. Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 54.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style contains 74.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice contains 76.7g per 100g. Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style has 2.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Spanish Style Gourmet Rice Side, Spanish Style provides 2.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 4.7g in Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice. Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice provides 2.1g 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 flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.