Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tuna Salad With Vegetable
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| Nutrient | Tuna Salad W... | Homestyle Ma... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 6.0g | 60.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 11.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 9.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g | 28.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Tuna Salad With Vegetable vs Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Tuna Salad With Vegetable's low impact (BSI 9.6). Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad contains 54.0g more carbs per serving, Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad provides 1.0g more fiber. Tuna Salad With Vegetable is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Tuna Salad With Vegetable
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Tuna Salad With Vegetable
Serving size 85.0 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:
MIX OF VEGETABLES (43%): POTATO, CARROT, PEAS, PEPPER, PICKLES, AND OLIVES; SAUCE (39%): WATER, SUNFLOWER OIL, (VINEGAR, SUGAR, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, EGG YOLK POWDER, POLYSORBATE 60, GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVORS AND TUNA (18%).
Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 47.0g 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:
PASTA (SEMOLINA [WHEAT], NIACIN, IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MAYONNAISE (EXPELLER PRESSED NON-GMO CANOLA OIL, CAGE-FREE NON-GMO EGGS, WATER, HONEY, DISTILLED VINEGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, SPICE, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, TOCOPHEROLS [VITAMIN E]), CELERY, RELISH (CUCUMBERS, SUGAR, VINEGAR, XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVORING, SPICES), ONIONS, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, CULTURED DEXTROSE, MALTODEXTRIN, SEA SALT, BLACK PEPPER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Tuna Salad With Vegetable has a BSI of 9.6 while Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad has a BSI of 100.0. Tuna Salad With Vegetable has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tuna Salad With Vegetable appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 9.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tuna Salad With Vegetable contains 7.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad contains 42.9g per 100g. Tuna Salad With Vegetable has 35.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tuna Salad With Vegetable provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Homestyle Macaroni Pasta Salad. 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.
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