Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Meatball
The Schwan Food CompanyStuffed Sticks
FurlaniComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Meatball | Stuffed Sticks |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 43.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 11.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Meatball vs Stuffed Sticks nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Meatball
Serving size 128.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 30.0g 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 FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, IMITATION MOZZARELLA CHEESE (WATER, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CASEIN [MILK], FOOD STARCH, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SORBIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], ARTIFICIAL COLOR), ITALIAN STYLE MEATBALLS MADE WITH PORK, BEEF & CHICKEN (PORK, WATER, BEEF, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED CHICKEN, SEASONING [PARMESAN CHEESE (PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, SPICES, PARSLEY FLAKES], BREAD CRUMBS [BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, YEAST, DEXTROSE, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL)], SOY FLOUR PROTEIN [SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR], SALT), TOMATO PASTE, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, CORN, AND/OR CANOLA OIL), VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, NATURAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN), RICE FLOUR, DRIED WHEY, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, DEXTROSE, SUGAR, SALT, YEAST, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN (HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN WITH A MAXIMUM OF 2% SOYBEAN OIL), SPICE, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, MALTODEXTRIN, CARRAGEENAN, XANTHAN GUM, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE.
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
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Meatball has a BSI of 79.6 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.
Meatball contains 33.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Stuffed Sticks contains 41.5g per 100g. Meatball has 8.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Meatball provides 1.6g 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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