Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Assorted Chocolate
Fannie May Confections, Inc.Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel
Ghirardelli Chocolate CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Assorted Cho... | Milk Chocola... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.0g | 9.0g |
| Sugars | 21.0g | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Assorted Chocolate vs Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Assorted Chocolate has high impact (BSI 45.6) compared to Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel's moderate impact (BSI 17.0). Assorted Chocolate contains 16.0g more carbs per serving, Assorted Chocolate provides 1.0g more fiber. Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel 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.
Assorted Chocolate
Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel
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Nutritional Labels
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Assorted Chocolate
Serving size 43.0 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:
MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, MILK, WHOLE MILK POWDER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER) AND VANILLA), WHITE CONFECTION (SUGAR, FRACTIONATED PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT MILK, WHOLE MILK PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, GLYCEROL-LACTO ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS {AN EMULSIFIER}, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA, SALT), DARK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR {PROCESSED WITH ALKALI}, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, MILK, BUTTERFAT, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA), SOFT DARK CONFECTION (SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, COCONUT OIL, COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, VANILLA), SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, EVAPORATED MILK (MILK, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, CARRAGEENAN, VITAMIN D3), DARK CONFECTION (SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LACTOSE (FROM MILK), SOY LECITHIN), SORBITAN TRISTEARATE, NATURAL VANILLA EXTRACT), CARAMEL SAUCE (CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, BROWN SUGAR, SKIM MILK, PALM OIL, BUTTER, CORNSTARCH, SALT, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, POTASSIUM SORBATE {TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS}, SOY LECITHIN}, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVOR), TOASTED COCONUT (COCONUT, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, AND SALT), INVERT SUGAR, CREAM, PEANUT BUTTER (PEANUTS, DEXTROSE, SALT, HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OIL), ROASTED SPANISH PEANUTS (SPANISH PEANUTS, VEGETABLE OIL (PEANUT, COTTONSEED , SOYBEAN AND/OR SUNFLOWER SEED), SALT), WATER, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (MILK, SUGAR, SKIM MILK), COCONUT OIL, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, PECANS, PRETZEL (WHEAT FLOUR, CORN SYRUP, CANOLA AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, YEAST, VEGETABLE FIBER AND SODA ASH), MILK CONFECTION (SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK SOLIDS, COCOA POWDER, SOY LECITHIN, SALT AND NATURAL FLAVOR), DARK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA POWDER PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, WHEY POWDER (MILK), SOY LECITHIN AND SALT), MILK CONFECTION (SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT MILK, WHOLE MILK, COCOA POWDER, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), SORBITAN TRISTEARATE (AN EMULSIFIER), SOY LECITHIN AND NATURAL VANILLA), CRISP RICE (RICE FLOUR, SUGAR, MALT EXTRACT AND SALT, DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDES AND RICE EXTRACT ADDED AS PROCESSING AIDS), SALTED BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), CONFECTIONERY CHIPS (SUGAR, PARTIALLY DEFATTED PEANUT FLOUR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK, DEXTROSE, SOY LECITHIN AND SALT), PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (COTTONSEED, SOYBEAN), ARTIFICIAL RASPBERRY FLAVOR (GLYCERIN, ETHYL ALCOHOL, WATER, PROPYLENE GLYCOL), PURE VANILLA EXTRACT.
Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel
Serving size 15.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR, WHOLE MILK POWDER, COCOA BUTTER, CORN SYRUP, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (PASTEURIZED MILK, SUGAR), PALM OIL, WATER, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, SOY LECITHIN - AN EMULSIFIER, SORBITOL POTASSIUM SORBATE, CITRIC ACID AND TBHQ- AS PRESERVATIVES, VANILLA.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Assorted Chocolate
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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: Assorted Chocolate has a BSI of 45.6 while Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel has a BSI of 17.0. Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 17.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Assorted Chocolate contains 58.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel contains 60.0g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Assorted Chocolate provides 2.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel. Assorted Chocolate provides 2.3g 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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