Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Traditional Pork Tamales
Steak Burrito Bowl
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Traditional ... | Steak Burrit... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 28.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 5.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 16.0g | 21.0g |
| Fat | 21.0g | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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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.
Traditional Pork Tamales
Steak Burrito Bowl
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Traditional Pork Tamales
Serving size 151.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
MASA (GROUND CORN, WATER, LIME), PORK, LARD AND PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED LARD WITH BHA AND CITRIC ACID ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR, WATER, TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY FLOUR AND CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, MEAT SEASONING (SPICES, SALT AND SOYBEAN OIL), RED PEPPERS, BEEF BASE (SALT, HYDROLYZED VEGETABLE PROTEIN [HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN AND PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOY OIL], ONION AND GARLIC, DEXTROSE, CARAMEL COLOR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SOYBEAN OIL AND SPICES).
Steak Burrito Bowl
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 48.0g 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:
SPANISH RICE: WATER, RICE, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, CORN STARCH, SUGAR, BEEF FAT, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, CHICKEN FAT, TOMATO POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, DEHYDRATED CHICKEN MEAT, SILICON DIOXIDE (PREVENTS CAKING), TURMERIC, YELLOW 6 LAKE, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, CARAMEL COLOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, ANNATTO (COLOR), YELLOW 6, RED 40. WHOLE PINTO BEANS: WATER, PINTO BEANS, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, LARD, ONIONS, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, CUMIN, CILANTRO, VINEGAR. STEAK: BEEF, SOYBEAN OIL, CHILPOTLE SALSA (TOMATO PUREE, CHILPOTLE PEPPERS, SUGAR, ONION, VINEGAR, SALT, CANOLA OIL, PAPRIKA, SPICES, GARLIC.) DRIED ANCHO PEPPER, CUMIN, SALT, BLACK PEPPER, GARLIC POWDER, GROUND OREGANO. MONTEREY JACK CHEESE: PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, POTATO STARCH, CORN STARCH, POWDERED CELLULOSE (ADDED AS AN ANTICAKING AIDE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Traditional Pork Tamales
Vitamins
Minerals
Steak Burrito Bowl
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Traditional Pork Tamales
Steak Burrito Bowl
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: Traditional Pork Tamales has a BSI of 44.1 while Steak Burrito Bowl has a BSI of 95.4. Traditional Pork Tamales has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Traditional Pork Tamales appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 44.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Traditional Pork Tamales contains 18.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Steak Burrito Bowl contains 22.9g per 100g. Traditional Pork Tamales has 4.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Traditional Pork Tamales provides 3.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.3g in Steak Burrito Bowl. Traditional Pork Tamales provides 2.0g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the prepared wraps and burittos category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.