Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
White Meat Chicken Nuggets
Tyson Foods, Inc.Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese
Delicias De La AbuelaComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | White Meat C... | Extra Cheese... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.5g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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White Meat Chicken Nuggets
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Nutritional Labels
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White Meat Chicken Nuggets
Serving size 88.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 14.0g 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:
CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: BROWN SUGAR, CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE, DRIED GARLIC, DRIED ONION, DRIED YEAST, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SPICES, WHEAT STARCH, WHITE WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, YELLOW CORN FLOUR. BREADING SET IN VEGETABLE OIL.
Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.5g 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:
DOUGH: WHITE CORN, PRE COOKED WHITE FLOUR, SALT, SUGAR, TAPIOCA FLOUR. FILLING: MOZZARELLA CHEESE (LOW-MOSTIURE PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT AND ENZYMES). POWERED CELLULOSE (ANTI-CAKING AGENT), AND NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR), WATER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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 Meat Chicken Nuggets has a BSI of 26.6 while Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese has a BSI of 32.6. White Meat Chicken Nuggets has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
White Meat Chicken Nuggets appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 26.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
White Meat Chicken Nuggets contains 15.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese contains 21.2g per 100g. White Meat Chicken Nuggets has 5.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
White Meat Chicken Nuggets provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese. Extra Cheese Empanada, Extra Cheese provides 1.8g 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 frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.