Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tamale Dinner
La Tortilleria Tapatia, Inc.Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tamale Dinner | Cauli Flower... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 6.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Tamale Dinner vs Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower has high impact (BSI 33.4) compared to Tamale Dinner's low impact (BSI 9.7). Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower contains 12.0g more carbs per serving. Tamale Dinner 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 Dinner
Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower
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Nutritional Labels
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Tamale Dinner
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 4.0g 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:
DOUGH: WATER, CORN FLOUR (WHITE CORN COOKED IN LIME-WATER), SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, PAPRIKA, XANTHAN GUM, MEAT MIXTURE: COOKED CHICKEN, GREEN TOMATILLOS, CHICKEN BROTH, SOYBEAN OIL, JALAPENO PEPPERS, SERRANO PEPPERS, STARCH, CILANTRO, CHICKEN FLAVOR BASE, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, CUMIN, ONION POWDER. SAUCE: WATER, TOMATO PASTE, CHIPOTLE PEPPERS, SALT, STARCH, LEMON JUICE, PAPRIKA, BLACK PEPPER, TOPPING: MOZZARELLA (LOW MOISTURE PART SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE TO PREVENT CAKING, NATAMYCIN [A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR]).
Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g 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:
CAULIFLOWER, BATTER (WATER, RICE FLOUR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, PEA PROTEIN, CORN FLOUR, DEXTROSE, SALT, LEAVENING [SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), GARLIC POWDER, BLACK PEPPER, XANTHAN GUM, CANOLA OIL, GUAR GUM), CRUMB COATING (RICE FLOUR, RICE STARCH, ANCIENT GRAIN BLEND WHOLE AMARANTH, WHOLE QUINOA), DEXTROSE, SUGAR, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, SEA SALT, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, YEAST), HIGH OLEIC CANOLA OIL AND/OR CANOLA OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Tamale Dinner
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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: Tamale Dinner has a BSI of 9.7 while Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower has a BSI of 33.4. Tamale Dinner has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tamale Dinner appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 9.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tamale Dinner contains 7.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower contains 21.2g per 100g. Tamale Dinner has 14.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tamale Dinner provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Cauli Flower Bites, Cauli Flower. 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 frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.