Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees
Mcintosh Style Apple Juice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Meat Sauce G... | Mcintosh Sty... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 63.0g | 28.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 28.0g |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 0g |
| Protein | 14.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees
Mcintosh Style Apple Juice
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees
Serving size 255.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 51.9g 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:
INGREDIENTS: COOKED GEMELLI PASTA (WATER, GEMELLI PASTA (SEMOLINA (WHEAT), DURUM WHEAT FLOUR), OLIVE OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), MEAT SAUCE (TOMATO PUREE WATER TOMATO PASTE), DICED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID), ONION PUREE, COOKED GROUND BEEF, COOKED GROUND PORK, CARROT PUREE, CELERY PUREE, TAPIOCA STARCH, SUGAR, GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, WHITE WINE, SUNFLOWER OIL, BEEF FLAVOR (WATER, BEEF STOCK, FLAVOR, SALT, LACTIC ACID, BEEF FAT, SUGAR, XANTHAN GUM), SALT, GARLIC PUREE, BASIL, OREGANO, BLACK PEPPER).
Mcintosh Style Apple Juice
Serving size 240.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE (FILTERED WATER, APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE), NATURAL FLAVORS, ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees Tags
Mcintosh Style Apple Juice Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees, Meat Sauce Gemelli has a BSI of 100.0 while Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style has a BSI of 56.0. Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 56.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees, Meat Sauce Gemelli contains 24.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style contains 11.7g per 100g. Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style has 13.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees, Meat Sauce Gemelli provides 2.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Mcintosh Style Apple Juice, Mcintosh Style. Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Style Entrees, Meat Sauce Gemelli provides 2.4g 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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