Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bubble Gum
Ford Gum & Machine Company, Inc.Mini Melt Away Mints
7 Eleven, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bubble Gum | Mini Melt Aw... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 3.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 27.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bubble Gum vs Mini Melt Away Mints: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Mini Melt Away Mints has very high impact (BSI 51.5) compared to Bubble Gum's low impact (BSI 6.0). Mini Melt Away Mints contains 24.0g more carbs per serving. Bubble Gum 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.
Bubble Gum
Mini Melt Away Mints
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Bubble Gum
Serving size 3.5 GRMg
% 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, GUM BASE, GLUCOSE SYRUP, CORN STARCH, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, GUM ARABIC, GLYCERIN, SOY LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID, CARNAUBAWAX, ARTIFICIAL COLORS (FD&C RED NO. 40, FD&C BLUE NO. 1, FD&C YELLOW NO.5, FD&C YELLOW NO.6), BHT (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS), MALIC ACID.
Mini Melt Away Mints
Serving size 40.0 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 PALM KERNEL OIL, WHEY, NONFAT MILK, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOYA LECITHIN (EMULSIFIERS), ARTIFICIAL COLOR (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR. NONPARIELS CONTAIN: SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, CORN SYRUP, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (BLUE #1, RED #40, YELLOW #5).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Bubble Gum
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Mini Melt Away Mints
Minerals
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: Bubble Gum has a BSI of 6.0 while Mini Melt Away Mints has a BSI of 51.5. Bubble Gum has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Bubble Gum appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 6.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bubble Gum contains 85.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mini Melt Away Mints contains 67.5g per 100g. Mini Melt Away Mints has 18.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bubble Gum provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Mini Melt Away Mints. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the chewing gum & mints category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.