Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each
Darlington Cookie CompanyCocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size
General Mills Sales Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Appleways Wh... | Cocoa Puffs ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 46.0g | 31.0g |
| Sugars | 19.0g | 12.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 2.1g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 1.9g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each vs Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each has extremely high impact (BSI 83.2) compared to Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size's very high impact (BSI 56.8). Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each contains 15.0g more carbs per serving. Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each
Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size
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Nutritional Labels
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Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each
Serving size 67.2 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.0g 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:
WHOLE GRAIN BLEND (ROLLED OATS, WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SUGAR, INVERT SYRUP, SOYBEAN OIL, CORN SYRUP, CANOLA OIL, RAISIN PASTE, STRAWBERRY BITS (SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR, STRAWBERRY POWDER, CITRIC ACID, FRUIT JUICE EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS), EGGS, APPLE PUREE (APPLES, ASCORBIC ACID), APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, FRUCTOSE, APPLE FIBER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SOY LECITHIN, NONFAT DRY MILK, MOLASSES, COCOA BUTTER, SALT, BAKING SODA. CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOY, EGG & MILK
Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size
Serving size 36.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 16.9g 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: WHOLE GRAIN CORN, SUGAR, RICE FLOUR, CORN MEAL, CORN SYRUP, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, COLOR (CARAMEL COLOR AND ANNATTO EXTRACT), SALT, BAKING SODA, NATURAL FLAVOR, ROSEMARY EXTRACT.VITAMINS AND MINERALS: TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), IRON AND ZINC (MINERAL NUTRIENTS), A B VITAMIN (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), A B VITAMIN (FOLIC ACID), VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D3.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each has a BSI of 83.2 while Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size has a BSI of 56.8. Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 56.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each contains 68.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size contains 86.1g per 100g. Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each has 17.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Appleways Whole Grain 2.4 Oz Soft Oatmeal Strawberry Bar, Individually Wrapped Each provides 4.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.7g in Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size. Cocoa Puffs Breakfast Cereal Mega Size provides 1.2g 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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