Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack
General Mills Sales Inc.Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar
General Mills Sales Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bluey Breakf... | Nature Valle... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.9g | 16.4g |
| Sugars | 4.2g | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 2.9g | 9.9g |
| Fat | 1.2g | 9.9g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack vs Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack has very high impact (BSI 61.6) compared to Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar's moderate impact (BSI 20.8). Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack contains 17.5g more carbs per serving, Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar provides 2.5g more fiber. Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar 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.
Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack
Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar
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Nutritional Labels
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Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack
Serving size 40.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.2g 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 CORN, CORN MEAL, SUGAR, SALT, BROWN SUGAR SYRUP, CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, SPIRULINA EXTRACT (COLOR), BAKING SODA. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM CARBONATE, IRON AND ZINC (MINERAL NUTRIENTS), VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), 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.
Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar
Serving size 40.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.4g 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:
ROASTED PEANUTS, ALMONDS, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SUGAR, CHICORY ROOT EXTRACT, CORN SYRUP, PALM KERNEL OIL, DRIED MANGO, FRUCTOSE, WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, RICE STARCH, VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, CRANBERRIES, CRANBERRY POWDER, CORN STARCH, YOGURT POWDER (WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, NONFAT MILK, CULTURES), SOY LECITHIN, CANOLA OIL, NONFAT MILK, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUNFLOWER OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Food Tags
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Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack 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: Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack has a BSI of 61.6 while Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar has a BSI of 20.8. Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 20.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack contains 84.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar contains 41.0g per 100g. Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar has 43.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bluey Breakfast Cereal 2 Pack provides 6.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 12.6g in Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar. Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Tropical Blend Bar provides 6.3g 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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