Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells
Tasty Brands LlcChef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz
Conagra Brands IncComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Whole Grain ... | Chef Boyarde... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 9.0g | 24.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells vs Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz has high impact (BSI 43.4) compared to Whole Grain Stuffed Shells's moderate impact (BSI 15.5). Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz contains 15.0g more carbs per serving, Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz provides 1.0g more fiber. Whole Grain Stuffed Shells 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.
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells
Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz
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Nutritional Labels
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Whole Grain Stuffed Shells
Serving size 130.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g 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:
FILLING INGREDIENTS: LOW FAT RICOTTA CHEESE (SKIM MILK, WATER, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN GUM, ACETIC ACID), LOW MOISTURE PART SKIM MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (CULTURED PART SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COWS MILK (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), PARMESAN CHEESE (PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ASIAGO CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SODIUM CASEINATE, WHOLE WHEAT CRACKER MEAL (WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE), SUGAR, SEA SALT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC. PASTA INGREDIENTS: WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR AND ENRICHED SEMOLINA BLEND (WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM WHEAT, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, ASCORBIC ACID (TO PROMOTE COLOR RETENTION).
Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz
Serving size 198.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 16.0g 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:
TOMATOES (TOMATO PUREE, WATER), COOKED ENRICHED SPAGHETTI (WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE {VITAMIN B1}, RIBOFLAVIN {VITAMIN B2}, FOLIC ACID], WHEAT PROTEIN ISOLATE [WHEAT GLUTEN, PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID], GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE), MEATBALLS (PORK, DARK CHICKEN, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED CHICKEN, BEEF, WATER, CRACKERMEAL [ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR {BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID}, MAY ALSO CONTAIN GUAR GUM], SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, FLAVORINGS, SOYBEAN OIL, CITRIC ACID), WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LESS THAN 2% OF: MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, SEA SALT, DEHYDRATED ONION, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, HYDROLYZED CORN AND WHEAT GLUTEN AND SOY PROTEIN, CITRIC ACID, FLAVORINGS, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM), YEAST EXTRACT, LACTIC ACID, SOYBEAN OIL. CONTAINS: MILK, SOY, WHEAT
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Whole Grain Stuffed Shells has a BSI of 15.5 while Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz has a BSI of 43.4. Whole Grain Stuffed Shells has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 15.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells contains 6.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz contains 12.1g per 100g. Whole Grain Stuffed Shells has 5.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Whole Grain Stuffed Shells provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.0g in Chef Boyardee Easy Open Spaghetti And Meatballs, 7 Oz. 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 pasta/noodles category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.