Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq
Original Potato Stix
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tom's, Potat... | Original Pot... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 15.0g | 15.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq
Original Potato Stix
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 12.0g 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:
POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: CANOLA OIL, CORN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL), SALT, DEXTROSE, SUGAR, BARLEY MALT FLOUR, TOMATO POWDER, TORULA YEAST, ONION POWDER, PAPRIKA, BROWN SUGAR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, GARLIC POWDER, SPICE.
Original Potato Stix
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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:
POTATOES, COTTONSEED OIL, SALT
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
Original Potato Stix
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq 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: Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq has a BSI of 26.2 while Original Potato Stix has a BSI of 25.9. Original Potato Stix has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Potato Stix appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 25.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq contains 53.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Potato Stix contains 53.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Tom's, Potato Chips, Ridges, Mesquite Bbq, Mesquite Bbq provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Original Potato Stix. 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 chips, pretzels & snacks category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.