Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tamales Cubanos
Quirch Foods CompanyCheese Croquettes, Cheese
Not A Branded ItemComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tamales Cubanos | Cheese Croqu... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Tamales Cubanos vs Cheese Croquettes, Cheese nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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Tamales Cubanos
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
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Tamales Cubanos
Serving size 141.5 Gg
% 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:
GROUND CORN, PORK, CORN MEAL, BELL PEPPERS, LARD, CORN STARCH, CURED COOKED PORK (CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SODIUM NITRITE), ONIONS, SALT, TOMATO PASTE, GARLIC, WINE, SPICES, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, PAPRIKA, EGG SHADE FOOD COLOR (WATER, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, FD&C YELLOW #5, CARAMEL COLOR, ARTIFICIAL COLOR)
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
Serving size 90.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
MILK, WHEAT FLOUR, MARGARINE [FAT AND VEGETABLE OILS OF COCONUT, PALM AND SUNFLOWER IN VARIABLE PROPORTION, WATER, EMULSIFIER (MONO AND DI GLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS), SALT, ACID (CITRIC ACID)), EMMENTHAL CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW MILK, SALT, LACTIC STARTERS, MICROBIAL LIQUID RENNET], SIZING AGENT [GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE, SALT, STABILIZER (E466), WHEAT GLUTEN], BREADCRUMBS [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, YEAST, WHEAT DEXTROSE, SPICES, SALT], SALT, SPICES, SUNFLOWER OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Tamales Cubanos
Minerals
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
Minerals
Food Tags
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Tamales Cubanos 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: Tamales Cubanos has a BSI of 25.3 while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese has a BSI of 33.2. Tamales Cubanos has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tamales Cubanos appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 25.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tamales Cubanos contains 9.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese contains 22.2g per 100g. Tamales Cubanos has 12.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tamales Cubanos provides 0.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Cheese Croquettes, Cheese. Cheese Croquettes, Cheese provides 2.6g 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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