Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Taco Shells
Wal Mart Stores, Inc.Sweet Gorditas, Sweet
Safe SeeComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Taco Shells | Sweet Gordit... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 21.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Taco Shells vs Sweet Gorditas, Sweet: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Sweet Gorditas, Sweet has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Taco Shells's high impact (BSI 39.9). Sweet Gorditas, Sweet contains 43.0g more carbs per serving. Taco Shells 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.
Taco Shells
Sweet Gorditas, Sweet
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Taco Shells
Serving size 32.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
LIMED CORN FLOUR, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA AND/OR PALM AND/OR CORN OIL).
Sweet Gorditas, Sweet
Serving size 50.0 MGg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 11.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, NATURAL YOGURT (CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SUGAR, POWDERED SKIN MILK, CREAM, GELATIN), PANCAKE MIX (ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SUGAR WHEY, WHITE CORN FLOUR, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM BICARBONATE, ALUMINUM SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN AND/OR SUNFLOWER), DEXTROSE, DRIED EGGS, IODIZED SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), GOAT MILK CANDY (SUGAR, COW MILK, STABILIZER, SODIUM BICARBONATE), MARGARINE (PALM OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM OLEIN, SOYBEAN OIL, SODIUM BENZOATE, ANATTO EXTRACT), SHORTENING (SOYBEAN OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM AND SOYBEAN OILS, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, TBHQ, CITRIC ACID), SALTED BUTTER (MILKFAT, WATER NONFAT DRY MILK, IODIZED SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN), BAKING POWDER (SODIUM BICARBONATE, ALUMINUM, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CORN STARCH, CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), PRESERVATIVE (WATER, SORBIC ACID, CARBOXIMETHYL CELLULOSES, PROPIONIC ACID), SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Taco Shells
Minerals
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Minerals
Food 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: Taco Shells has a BSI of 39.9 while Sweet Gorditas, Sweet has a BSI of 100.0. Taco Shells has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Taco Shells appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 39.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Taco Shells contains 71.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sweet Gorditas, Sweet contains 66.0g per 100g. Sweet Gorditas, Sweet has 5.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Taco Shells provides 6.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.0g in Sweet Gorditas, Sweet. Taco Shells provides 4.2g 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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