Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries
Toasted Almond Marzipan
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lay's, Potat... | Toasted Almo... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 15.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 23.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 10.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries
Toasted Almond Marzipan
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Nutritional Labels
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Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER, CORN, AND/OR CANOLA OIL), TRUFFLE FRIES SEASONING (SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], MALTODEXTRIN [MADE FROM CORN], SPICES [INCLUDING PARSLEY], SUNFLOWER OIL, GARLIC POWDER, LACTOSE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, WHEY, NATURAL FLAVOR, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, ROMANO CHEESE (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], CARAMEL COLOR, YEAST EXTRACT, BUTTERMILK, SKIM MILK, DUCK FAT, CHICKEN FAT, SODIUM CASEINATE, SUGAR, BLACK TRUFFLE, LACTIC ACID, AND PARMESAN CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES]).
Toasted Almond Marzipan
Serving size 35.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
SUGAR, SICILIAN ALMONDS (35%), GLUCOSE SYRUP, ALMOND ESSENTIAL OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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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: Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries has a BSI of 26.1 while Toasted Almond Marzipan has a BSI of 44.6. Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 26.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries contains 53.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Toasted Almond Marzipan contains 65.7g per 100g. Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries has 12.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Toasted Almond Marzipan. Lay's, Potato Chips, West Coast Truffle Fries, West Coast Truffle Fries provides 3.6g 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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