Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom
Thick Spaghetti Sauce
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spartan, Pas... | Thick Spaghe... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 9.0g | 9.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom
Thick Spaghetti Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
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Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom
Serving size 128.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.1g 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:
TOMATO CONCENTRATE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, MUSHROOMS, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, CARROT FIBER, CITRIC ACID, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVOR
Thick Spaghetti Sauce
Serving size 125.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
CRUSHED TOMATOES, WATER, DICED TOMATOES IN PUREE, DEHYDRATED CHEESES (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COWS MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, RENNET, ENZYMES), SUGAR, ONION, SALT, MUSHROOMS, GARLIC, SPICES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Vitamins
Minerals
Thick Spaghetti Sauce
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom Tags
Thick Spaghetti Sauce 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: Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom has a BSI of 12.1 while Thick Spaghetti Sauce has a BSI of 13.9. Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 12.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom contains 7.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Thick Spaghetti Sauce contains 7.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Spartan, Pasta Sauce, Mashroom, Mashroom provides 2.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Thick Spaghetti Sauce. 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 prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.