Blood Sugar Impact of Chicken Chow Mein
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 268.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 40.0g |
| Sugars | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 1.9g |
| Protein | 18.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 268.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 28.1g 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:
COOKED CHOW MEIN NOODLES ([WHEAT FLOUR ENRICHED WITH THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, NIACIN, FOLIC ACID, REDUCED IRON], WATER, LIQUID WHOLE EGG, CORN STARCH), WATER, SEASONED CHICKEN (CHICKEN BREAST, WATER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT), BOK CHOY, CARROTS, SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID), SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS, SEASONING (CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, FERMENTED RICE SEASONING, VINEGAR, SODIUM BENZOATE, SULFITES), SUGAR, OYSTER FLAVORED SAUCE (WATER, SUGAR, SALT, OYSTER EXTRACTIVES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR), GINGER PUREE, CHICKEN BROTH, GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, WATER), CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR, CANOLA OIL, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, SESAME OIL, SOY SAUCE POWDER (SOY SAUCE [SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT], MALTODEXTRIN), GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM, WHITE PEPPER.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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COOKED CHOW MEIN NOODLES ([WHEAT FLOUR ENRICHED WITH THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, NIACIN, FOLIC ACID, REDUCED IRON], WATER, LIQUID WHOLE EGG, CORN STARCH), WATER, SEASONED CHICKEN (CHICKEN BREAST, WATER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT), BOK CHOY, CARROTS, SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID), SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS, SEASONING (CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, FERMENTED RICE SEASONING, VINEGAR, SODIUM BENZOATE, SULFITES), SUGAR, OYSTER FLAVORED SAUCE (WATER, SUGAR, SALT, OYSTER EXTRACTIVES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR), GINGER PUREE, CHICKEN BROTH, GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, WATER), CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR, CANOLA OIL, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, SESAME OIL, SOY SAUCE POWDER (SOY SAUCE [SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT], MALTODEXTRIN), GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM, WHITE PEPPER.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Chicken Chow Mein is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 75.2.
Chicken Chow Mein has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 75.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Chicken Chow Mein contains 14.9g carbs, 3.7g sugars, 0.7g fiber, and 6.7g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Chicken Chow Mein into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Chicken Chow Mein compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen dinners & entrees category for alternatives.