Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Veggie Meatballs
Kellogg CompanyPlant Based Tenders
Simulate, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Veggie Meatb... | Plant Based ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 9.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 7.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 16.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 17.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Veggie Meatballs vs Plant Based Tenders: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Plant Based Tenders has high impact (BSI 49.6) compared to Veggie Meatballs's minimal impact (BSI 3.9). Plant Based Tenders contains 18.0g more carbs per serving, Veggie Meatballs provides 6.0g more fiber. Veggie Meatballs 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.
Veggie Meatballs
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Veggie Meatballs
Serving size 81.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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, WHEAT GLUTEN, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), SOY FLOUR, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, WHEAT FLOUR, SPICE. CONTA NS 2% OR LESS OF METHYLCELLULOSE, COOKED ONION AND CARROT JUICE CONCENTRATE, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR, POTATO STARCH, KONJAC FLOUR, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, SOYBEAN OIL.
Plant Based Tenders
Serving size 120.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 25.0g 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, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAN OIL, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH AND/OR MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, WHEAT PROTEIN ISOLATE, SUNFLOWER OIL. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF YELLOW CORN FLOUR, METHYLCELLULOSE, CORN STARCH, WHEAT FLOUR, YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, MALTODEXTRIN, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, SPICE, DEXTROSE, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), GUAR GUM AND/OR XANTHAN GUM AND/OR SODIUM ALGINATE, VINEGAR, PAPRIKA.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Veggie Meatballs
Minerals
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Minerals
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: Veggie Meatballs has a BSI of 3.9 while Plant Based Tenders has a BSI of 49.6. Veggie Meatballs has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Veggie Meatballs appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Veggie Meatballs contains 11.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Plant Based Tenders contains 22.5g per 100g. Veggie Meatballs has 11.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Veggie Meatballs provides 8.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Plant Based Tenders. Veggie Meatballs provides 7.8g 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 vegetarian frozen meats category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.