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Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas
H.J. Heinz CompanyStuffed Sticks
FurlaniComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chicken Pica... | Stuffed Sticks |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 25.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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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.
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Nutritional Labels
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Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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:
DOUGH (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], CREAM CHEESE [CULTURED MILK AND CREAM, SALT, STABILIZERS (XANTHAN AND/OR CAROB BEAN AND/OR GUAR GUM)], WATER), FILLING (CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, DICED TOMATOES [DICED TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE], WATER, YELLOW ONIONS, PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE [CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, MILKFAT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SALT, APOCAROTENAL (COLOR), CELLULOSE POWDER], MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GELATIN, SEASONING [SALT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SPICES], YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, CHICKEN BASE [CHICKEN MEAT INCLUDING NATURAL CHICKEN JUICES, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, FRUCTOSE, CHICKEN FAT, AUTOLYZED YEAST, DRY CHICKEN BROTH, DEXTROSE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, ONION POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SPICES INCLUDING TUMERIC], VINEGAR, MOLASSES POWDER, SPICES, CILANTRO, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, PAPRIKA, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, DRIED RED BELL PEPPERS, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, TOMATO POWDER, LEMON JUICE SOLIDS, NATURAL FLAVOR, TOASTED SESAME OIL), WATER, SUNFLOWER OIL, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM.
Stuffed Sticks
Serving size 65.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 23.0g 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:
BREAD: ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID ADDED AS A DOUGH CONDITIONER, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, YEAST, WHEAT GLUTEN, SUGAR, SALT, WHEY POWDER, MICROBIAL ENZYMES. MOZZARELLA CHEESE: PART SKIM MILK, BACTERIAL CULTURE, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, MICROBIAL ENZYME. SPREAD: WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PALM OIL, WHEY POWDER, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, VEGETABLE MONOGLYCERIDE, NATURAL FLAVOR, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, BETA-CAROTENE (COLOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas has a BSI of 66.7 while Stuffed Sticks has a BSI of 49.9. Stuffed Sticks has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Stuffed Sticks appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 49.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas contains 26.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Stuffed Sticks contains 41.5g per 100g. Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas has 15.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Chicken Picante Mini Empanadas provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.5g in Stuffed Sticks. 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.
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