Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Turkey Sub
Hannaford Bros. Co.Tuna Salad Sandwich
Mozian & Associates, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Turkey Sub | Tuna Salad S... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g | 93.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 12.0g |
| Protein | 27.0g | 33.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Turkey Sub vs Tuna Salad Sandwich: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Tuna Salad Sandwich has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Turkey Sub's very high impact (BSI 54.3). Tuna Salad Sandwich contains 62.0g more carbs per serving, Tuna Salad Sandwich provides 9.1g more fiber. Turkey Sub 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.
Turkey Sub
Tuna Salad Sandwich
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Turkey Sub
Serving size 208.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.1g 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:
ROASTED TURKEY BREAST (TURKEY BREAST, TURKEY BROTH, SALT, DEXTROSE, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE), SUB ROLL (FLOUR [BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, DEXTROSE, SALT, DOUGH CONDITIONER [WHEAT FLOUR, DIACETYL TARTARIC ACID ESTERS OF MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, ENZYMES, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: ASCORBIC ACID, SOYBEAN OIL, POTASSIUM IODATE, L-CYSTEINE], YEAST, MARGARINE [CANOLA AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OILS], DOUGH CONDITIONER [DIACETYL TARTARIC ACID ESTERS OF MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, AMMONIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, POTASSIUM IODATE, ASCORBIC ACID), WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), TOMATO, GREEN LEAF LETTUCE.
Tuna Salad Sandwich
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 76.0g 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:
WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR, FISH, TUNA SALAD, SLICED BLACK OLIVES
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Turkey Sub
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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: Turkey Sub has a BSI of 54.3 while Tuna Salad Sandwich has a BSI of 100.0. Turkey Sub has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Turkey Sub appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 54.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Turkey Sub contains 14.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Tuna Salad Sandwich contains 41.0g per 100g. Turkey Sub has 26.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Turkey Sub provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.3g in Tuna Salad Sandwich. Tuna Salad Sandwich provides 3.9g 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.
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