Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Blizzard Mix
Xcell International CorpButtercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream
Hy Vee, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Blizzard Mix | Buttercream ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 21.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Blizzard Mix vs Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream has high impact (BSI 41.0) compared to Blizzard Mix's low impact (BSI 10.0). Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream contains 16.0g more carbs per serving. Blizzard Mix 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.
Blizzard Mix
Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Blizzard Mix
Serving size 6.0 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:
SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CORN STARCH, FRACTIONATED PALM KERNEL OIL, CELLULOSE GUM, SOYA LECITHIN, GLUCOSE, VANILLA, POLYSORBATE 60, FD&C BLUE 1, RED 40, GUM ARABIC, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE
Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream
Serving size 32.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE SHORTENING (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: COTTONSEED AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL), WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CORN STARCH, MODIFIED WHEAT STARCH, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES WITH PRESERVATIVE (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS, ASCORBIC ACID, CITRIC ACID), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SALT, PRESERVATIVE (CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE), COLOR (TITANIUM DIOXIDE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), SOY LECITHIN, DEXTROSE, EMULSIFIER (POLYSORBATE 60), AGAR.
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Blizzard Mix Tags
Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream 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: Blizzard Mix has a BSI of 10.0 while Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream has a BSI of 41.0. Blizzard Mix has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Blizzard Mix appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 10.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Blizzard Mix contains 83.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream contains 65.6g per 100g. Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream has 17.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Blizzard Mix provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Buttercream Creamy Frosting, Buttercream. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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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