Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn
Hormel Foods CorporationCarnitas Burrito
Reynaldo's Mexican Food Manufacturer Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | White Corn T... | Carnitas Bur... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 24.0g | 46.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 17.0g |
| Fat | 1.5g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn vs Carnitas Burrito: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Carnitas Burrito has extremely high impact (BSI 81.1) compared to White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn's high impact (BSI 43.5). Carnitas Burrito contains 22.0g more carbs per serving, Carnitas Burrito provides 2.0g more fiber. White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn 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.
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn
Carnitas Burrito
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn
Serving size 50.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
CORN, WATER, PROPIONIC ACID, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DEXTROSE, FUMARIC ACID, CELLULOSE GUM, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), CALCIUM PROPIONATE (ADDED TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS), AND A TRACE OF LIME.
Carnitas Burrito
Serving size 142.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.0g 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:
TORTILLA (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, LEAVENING [CORNSTARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE AND MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE], CALCIUM PROPIONATE [TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS], MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, FUMARIC ACID AND DOUGH CONDITIONERS [CALCIUM SULFATE, L-CYSTEINE HYDROCHLORIDE, SODIUM METABISULFITE, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE AND ASCORBIC ACID]), WATER, PORK, PINTO BEANS, ONIONS, TOMATOES (DICED TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), LARD (LARD, BHT & CITRIC ACID), JALAPENOS (JALAPENO PEPPER, SALT, ACETIC ACID), SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICES.
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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White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn 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: White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn has a BSI of 43.5 while Carnitas Burrito has a BSI of 81.1. White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 43.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn contains 48.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Carnitas Burrito contains 32.4g per 100g. Carnitas Burrito has 15.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn provides 4.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.8g in Carnitas Burrito. White Corn Taco Style Tortillas, White Corn provides 1.2g 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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