Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Handmade Traditional Shortbread
Mctavish Shortbread, LlcGalletitas
Borinquen Biscuit CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Handmade Tra... | Galletitas |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Handmade Traditional Shortbread
Galletitas
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Nutritional Labels
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Handmade Traditional Shortbread
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 10.0g 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:
UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, ENRICHED (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN AND FOLIC ACID), BUTTER (CREAM (MILK), SALT), CANE SUGAR, PURE VANILLA EXTRACT, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR. SPRINKLES: SUGAR, FD&C YELLOW 6 CARANAUBA WAX.
Galletitas
Serving size 28.4 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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:
ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ CONTAINS NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL), MALT, SALT, LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, AMMONIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), DOUGH CONDITIONERS (SODIUM SULFITE, SOY LECITHIN), ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, WATER
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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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: Handmade Traditional Shortbread has a BSI of 32.2 while Galletitas has a BSI of 40.9. Handmade Traditional Shortbread has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Handmade Traditional Shortbread appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 32.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Handmade Traditional Shortbread contains 56.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Galletitas contains 77.5g per 100g. Handmade Traditional Shortbread has 20.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Handmade Traditional Shortbread provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.5g in Galletitas. Galletitas provides 3.5g 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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