Tomato products, canned, sauce, spanish style & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3.6 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3.6/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Overview
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
On sodium, this version lands mid-range: 472 mg per 100g, inside a family spread of 15 to 551 mg per 100g. At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-sugar version in the Tomato products group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 12.2 per 100g.
Glycemic load across the 10-item Tomato products group runs 2.4 to 9.2 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Compare directly with Without salt added (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program), With mushrooms, Without salt added.
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Tomato products, canned, sauce, spanish style provides 1152mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
Lower-GL Alternatives
🥦 Chrysanthemum leaves, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum leaves, raw & diabetes →🥦 Chrysanthemum, garland, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum, garland, raw & diabetes →🥦 Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.9g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw & diabetes →🥦 Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.3g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Simple Ways to Balance It
💡 Cook Lightly or Eat Raw
Overcooking breaks down vegetable fiber and can increase glycemic impact. Light steaming preserves structure and nutrients.
💡 Balance Sodium
Pair with low-sodium foods throughout the rest of your day. Fresh herbs and spices can replace salt as flavoring.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
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Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 122g | 8.8g | 4.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 244g | 17.7g | 8.8 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 488g | 35.3g | 17.6 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Questions People Ask
Is Tomato products sauce spanish style good for diabetes?
Tomato products sauce spanish style is classified as diabetes-friendly (GL ≤10). The data suggests a lower blood sugar impact — dietary reference only, not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Where does Tomato products sauce spanish style sit on the glycemic load scale?
The glycemic load of Tomato products sauce spanish style is 3.6 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (61.9) by the available carbohydrates (5.8g) and dividing by 100.
How does Tomato products sauce spanish style affect blood sugar?
With 1.4g of fiber per 100g, Tomato products sauce spanish style's GL of 3.6 means the blood sugar impact is low. The carbohydrates digest and absorb at a moderate pace. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Tomato products sauce spanish style is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Vegetables and Vegetable Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Is the sodium level a concern?
Tomato products sauce spanish style contains 1152mg of sodium per serving — well above the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 61.9 — subcategory_avg:Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 244.0g) = 3.6 × 244.0 ÷ 100 = 8.8
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170085. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Tomato products, canned, sauce, spanish style — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/tomato-products-canned-sauce-spanish-style/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.