Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Veggie Tamales
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
Not A Branded ItemComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Veggie Tamales | Cheese Croqu... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 41.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 23.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Veggie Tamales vs Cheese Croquettes, Cheese nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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Veggie Tamales
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Veggie Tamales
Serving size 170.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.9g 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:
CORN FLOUR, WATER, CORN, UNSALTED BUTTER (CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORING), PEPPER JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, JALAPENO PEPPER, SALT, ENZYMES), CREAM CHEESE (PASTEURIZED CULTURED MILK AND CREAM, SALT, XANTHAN GUM, CAROB BEAN GUM, GUAR GUM), POBLANO PEPPERS, RED BELL PEPPER, SALSA (TOMATILLOS, WATER, ONIONS, POBLANO PEPPERS, JALAPENO PEPPER, CANOLA OIL, SERRANO PEPPER, SPINACH, KOSHER SALT, CILANTRO, GARLIC, VINEGAR, SUGAR, OREGANO, LIME JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE, CUMIN SEEDS, ROSEMARY), MANCHEGO CHEESE (SHEEP'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES, SALT), JALAPENO PEPPER, CORN STARCH, SEA SALT, SUGAR, CIDER VINEGAR, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), JALAPENO CHILI POWDER.
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese
Serving size 90.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
MILK, WHEAT FLOUR, MARGARINE [FAT AND VEGETABLE OILS OF COCONUT, PALM AND SUNFLOWER IN VARIABLE PROPORTION, WATER, EMULSIFIER (MONO AND DI GLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS), SALT, ACID (CITRIC ACID)), EMMENTHAL CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW MILK, SALT, LACTIC STARTERS, MICROBIAL LIQUID RENNET], SIZING AGENT [GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE, SALT, STABILIZER (E466), WHEAT GLUTEN], BREADCRUMBS [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, YEAST, WHEAT DEXTROSE, SPICES, SALT], SALT, SPICES, SUNFLOWER OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Veggie Tamales
Vitamins
Minerals
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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: Veggie Tamales has a BSI of 71.5 while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese has a BSI of 33.2. Cheese Croquettes, Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cheese Croquettes, Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 33.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Veggie Tamales contains 24.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese contains 22.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Veggie Tamales provides 2.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Cheese Croquettes, Cheese. 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 frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.