Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics
M.C.I. Foods, Inc.Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito
M.C.I. Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tamale Chees... | Shredded Bee... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 26.6g | 40.6g |
| Sugars | 0.9g | 0.7g |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 6.0g |
| Protein | 8.8g | 21.3g |
| Fat | 23.5g | 15.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics vs Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito has very high impact (BSI 66.7) compared to Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics's high impact (BSI 47.2). Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito provides 3.9g more fiber. Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics 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.
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics
Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito
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Nutritional Labels
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Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics
Serving size 150.26 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 23.6g 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:
INGREDIENTS: MASA DOUGH [WHOLE KERNEL STONE GROUND WHITE CORN, WATER, LIME, VEGETABLE STOCK (WATER, ONION, GARLIC POWDER, SALT), MARGARINE [VEGETABLE OIL BLEND (PALM OIL AND SOYBEAN OIL), WATER, SALT, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF NON-FAT DRY MILK, SOY LECITHIN, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, POTASSIUM SORBATE (A PRESERVATIVE), CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR), VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED], ENRICHED EXTRA FANCY LONG GRAIN RICE [ENRICHED WITH IRON (FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE), NIACIN, THIAMINE (THIAMINE MONONITRATE) AND FOLIC ACID], GARLIC, SALT, BAKING POWDER (CORN STARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE)]. FILLING: LOW MOISTURE PART SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES. MAY CONTAIN POWDERED CELLULOSE TO PREVENT CAKING] AND DICED GREEN CHILE PEPPERS (GREEN CHILES, WATER, SALT AND CITRIC ACID).
Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito
Serving size 182.85 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.9g 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:
INGREDIENTS: FILLINGS: [SHREDDED BEEF CHILE COLORADO: COOKED DICED BEEF WITH JUICES (BEEF, WATER, SALT), WATER, DICED ONION, SPICES, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH (REFINED FROM CORN), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: TOMATO PASTE, CHIPOTLE PUREE (CHIPOTLE, WATER, AND CITRIC ACID. MAY ALSO CONTAIN SALT), WHITE VINEGAR, GARLIC PUREE, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, AND SEA SALT. REFRIED BEANS: WATER, PINTO BEANS (PINTO BEANS, COOKED PINTO BEANS [(WATER, PINTO BEANS), AND SALT], CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: DICED ONION, SOYBEAN OIL, SEA SALT, GARLIC, GARLIC POWDER, AND CORN STARCH. PEPPER JACK CHEESE: MONTEREY JACK CHEESE WITH JALAPENO PEPPERS (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, JALAPENO PEPPERS, SALT, & ENZYMES)]. WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR TORTILLA: WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (MAY CONTAIN SOYBEAN OR COTTONSEED OILS), LEAVENING (CORN STARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, RICE FLOUR, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, GUAR GUM, FUMARIC ACID, L-CYSTEINE.
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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: Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics has a BSI of 47.2 while Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito has a BSI of 66.7. Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 47.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics contains 17.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito contains 22.2g per 100g. Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics has 4.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tamale Cheese, Grn Chile W Husk Indv Wrpd 60/5.3 Z Preprinted Dual Ovenable Film W High Color Graphics provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito. Shredded Beef Chile Colorado Burrito provides 1.9g 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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