Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hot Salsa has less impact on blood sugar than Chili Lime Almonds
Hot Salsa
Chili Lime Almonds
Chili Lime Almonds
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hot Salsa | Chili Lime A... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 7.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 13.0g |
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Nutritional Labels
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Hot Salsa
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
TOMATO (TOMATO, TOMATO JUICE), ONION, JALAPENO CHILE, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SERRANO CHILE, GARLIC PUREE, CILANTRO, CORN STARCH, SALT, SPICE.
Chili Lime Almonds
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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:
ALMONDS, SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, SPICES [INCLUDING CHILI PEPPER], DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, ONION POWDER, CITRIC ACID, LIME JUICE SOLIDS, NATURAL FLAVORS, SOYBEAN OIL [AS A PROCESSING AID], DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, GARLIC POWDER, NOT MORE THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING), PEANUT OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Hot Salsa
Vitamins
Chili Lime Almonds
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Hot Salsa
Chili Lime Almonds
Food Tags
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Chili Lime Almonds Tags
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: Hot Salsa has a BSI of 4.0 while Chili Lime Almonds, Chili Lime has a BSI of 7.1. Hot Salsa has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hot Salsa appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 4.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hot Salsa contains 6.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chili Lime Almonds, Chili Lime contains 25.0g per 100g. Hot Salsa has 18.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hot Salsa provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 10.7g in Chili Lime Almonds, Chili Lime. Chili Lime Almonds, Chili Lime provides 10.7g 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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