Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese
Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | True Sicilia... | Pasta Sauce,... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.1g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 3.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese
Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano
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Nutritional Labels
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True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese
Serving size 125.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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:
WATER, TOMATO PASTE, SUGAR, OLIVE OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (MADE FROM PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, ENZYMES, SALT), SALT, ONIONS, ROMANO CHEESE (MADE FROM 100% PASTEURIZED SHEEP'S MILK, BACTERIAL CULTURE, SALT, RENNET), ASIAGO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), GARLIC, SPICES, CITRIC ACID, PAPRIKA.
Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano
Serving size 129.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 0.9g 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:
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), DICED TOMATOES, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESES (PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, NATURAL FLAVOR), DRIED ONION, GARLIC POWDER, BASIL, PARSLEY, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese 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: True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese has a BSI of 23.8 while Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano has a BSI of 19.8. Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese contains 11.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano contains 9.3g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese provides 1.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Pasta Sauce, Parmesan & Romano. 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 prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.