Granulated, Brown & Powdered Sugar Comparisons For Diabetics
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Balance Suga...
Food 1
Food 1
• GS1 MEXICO
Balance Sugar & Stevia
|
2.4 | 400 | 100.0 | 91.7 | — | — | — |
|
Afg, White C...
Food 2
Food 2
• QUEENSWAY FOODS CO., INC.
Afg, White Crystal Sugar
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Demerara Sug...
Food 1
Food 1
• TATE & LYLE SUGARS
Demerara Sugar Cubes
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Fruta Whole ...
Food 2
Food 2
• GOYA FOODS, INC.
Fruta Whole Sugar Cane
|
58.0 | 85 | 20.4 | 20.4 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Refined Sugar
Food 1
Food 1
• ASK4ID
Refined Sugar
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Divine Organ...
Food 2
Food 2
• HOUSTIC ENTERPRISES BUSINESS TRUST
Divine Organics, Raw Creamy Sweet Lucuma Powder
|
25.7 | 400 | 86.7 | 13.3 | — | — | 6.7 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Powdered Sug...
Food 1
Food 1
• UNIFIED GROCERS, INC.
Powdered Sugar, Powdered
|
60.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 96.7 | — | — | — |
|
Pure Maple S...
Food 2
Food 2
• GS1 MEXICO
Pure Maple Sugar
|
10.0 | 360 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maple Sugar,...
Food 1
Food 1
• MADAVA SUGAR MAPLE, LLC
Maple Sugar, Maple
|
6.0 | 367 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Coconut Sugar
Food 2
Food 2
• MEMENTA INC.
Coconut Sugar
|
10.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 80.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brown Unrefi...
Food 1
Food 1
• RIO GRANDE PRODUCT, INC.
Brown Unrefined Sugar, Brown
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Turbinado Su...
Food 2
Food 2
• CUMBERLAND PACKING CORP.
Turbinado Sugar Cubes
|
10.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Pure Organic...
Food 1
Food 1
• KENOVER MARKETING CORP.
Pure Organic Date Sugar
|
12.0 | 417 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Artisanal Ca...
Food 2
Food 2
• SOURCESOUTH LLC
Artisanal Cane Sugar
|
8.0 | 360 | 80.0 | 80.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Vanilla Infu...
Food 1
Food 1
• MARSEZSALES
Vanilla Infused Liquid Sugar, Vanilla
|
8.0 | 300 | 80.0 | 80.0 | — | — | — |
|
Organic Ligh...
Food 2
Food 2
• CUMBERLAND PACKING CORP.
Organic Light Raw Agave Nectar
|
30.0 | 286 | 76.2 | 76.2 | 4.8 | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Concentrated...
Food 1
Food 1
• NUMBER 9 FOODS, LLC
Concentrated Fruit Juice Blend For Baking And Cooking
|
20.0 | 280 | 66.7 | 66.7 | — | — | — |
|
Leila Bay Tr...
Food 2
Food 2
• ALASKA SMOKEHOUSE, INC.
Leila Bay Trading Company, All Natural Flavored Cane Sugar, Huckleberry, Huckleberry
|
23.5 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 2.1 | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Confectioner...
Food 1
Food 1
• MICHIGAN SUGAR COMPANY
Confectioners Powdered Pure & Natural
|
60.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 96.7 | — | — | — |
|
Organic, Pow...
Food 2
Food 2
• WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION
Organic, Powdered Sugar
|
60.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 96.7 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nectar Stevi...
Food 1
Food 1
• CARGILL, INC. / CORN MILLING - TRUVIA.
Nectar Stevia Sweetener Blend With Honey & Sugar, Honey & Sugar
|
16.0 | 300 | 80.0 | 80.0 | — | — | — |
|
Organic Verm...
Food 2
Food 2
• BUTTERNUT MOUNTAIN FARM
Organic Vermont Maple Sugar, Maple
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maui Raws Tu...
Food 1
Food 1
• SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION
Maui Raws Turbinado Natural Cane Sugar
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
100% Natural...
Food 2
Food 2
• NATSUCAR
100% Natural Cane Sugar
|
20.0 | 400 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Wilton, Whit...
Food 1
Food 1
• WILTON INDUSTRIES INC.
Wilton, White Sparkling Sugar, Sprinkles, Sprinkles
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Dark Brown S...
Food 2
Food 2
• THE WESTERN SUGAR COOPERATIVE
Dark Brown Sugar, Dark Brown
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brown Sugar ...
Food 1
Food 1
• NOT A BRANDED ITEM
Brown Sugar Piloncillo
|
0.0 | 375 | 0.1 | 75.0 | — | — | — |
|
Dark Brown P...
Food 2
Food 2
• RALEY'S
Dark Brown Pure Cane Sugar, Dark Brown
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maple Brown ...
Food 1
Food 1
• THE KROGER CO.
Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar
|
41.0 | 364 | 72.7 | 18.2 | 9.1 | 4.6 | 9.1 |
|
Organic Cassava
Food 2
Food 2
• MADHAVA HONEY, LTD.
Organic Cassava
|
30.0 | 300 | 75.0 | 50.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Turbinado Ca...
Food 1
Food 1
• CUMBERLAND PACKING CORP.
Turbinado Cane Sugar
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Brown Unrefi...
Food 2
Food 2
• RIO GRANDE PRODUCT, INC.
Brown Unrefined Sugar, Brown
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Pure Cane Gr...
Food 1
Food 1
• WALGREENS CO.
Pure Cane Granulated Sugar Packets
|
6.0 | 429 | 85.7 | 85.7 | — | — | — |
|
Honey Powder
Food 2
Food 2
• BLUE CHIP GROUP INC.
Honey Powder
|
8.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fast Acting ...
Food 1
Food 1
• PERRIGO COMPANY
Fast Acting Glucose, Orange
|
8.0 | 444 | 88.9 | 88.9 | — | — | — |
|
Dulce De Panela
Food 2
Food 2
• BRAVO ENTERPRISES, INC.
Dulce De Panela
|
48.0 | 357 | 85.7 | 82.1 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brown Sugar
Food 1
Food 1
• BLUE CHIP GROUP INC.
Brown Sugar
|
6.0 | 333 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Whole Cane S...
Food 2
Food 2
• GOYA FOODS, INC.
Whole Cane Sugar Granulated Panela
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
O Organics, ...
Food 1
Food 1
• GLENCOURT INC.
O Organics, Organic Granulated Cane Sugar
|
16.0 | 375 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Pure Sugar
Food 2
Food 2
• SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION
Pure Sugar
|
16.0 | 438 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Granulated, Brown & Powdered Sugar food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.
Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.
BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.
Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.
Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.