Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho
Frito Lay CompanyRebel Potato Chips
Beroske Farms & Greenhouse Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tortilla Chi... | Rebel Potato... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 16.0g | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho
Rebel Potato Chips
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Nutritional Labels
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Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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:
CORN, VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER, CORN, AND/OR CANOLA OIL), MALTODEXTRIN (MADE FROM CORN), SALT, WHEY, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, BUTTERMILK, ROMANO CHEESE (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), CORN STARCH, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, DEXTROSE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SPICES, LACTOSE, SODIUM CASEINATE, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (INCLUDING YELLOW 6 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 6, RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1), CITRIC ACID, SUGAR, LACTIC ACID, SKIM MILK, DISODIUM INOSINATE, AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE.
Rebel Potato Chips
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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 (CORN, AND/OR SUNFLOWER, AND/OR CANOLA), SUGAR, SALT, DEXTROSE. MALTODEXTRIN, CORN STARCH, GARLIC POWDER, PAPRIKA, ONION POWDER, BLACKPEPPER, SPICE EXTRACT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Rebel Potato Chips
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho
Rebel Potato Chips
Food Tags
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Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho 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: Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho has a BSI of 28.3 while Rebel Potato Chips has a BSI of 30.0. Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 28.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho contains 57.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Rebel Potato Chips contains 60.7g per 100g. Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho has 3.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tortilla Chips, Spicy Nacho provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Rebel Potato Chips. 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.