Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant
Chocolate Candy Coating
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Buttercream ... | Chocolate Ca... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 46.0g | 10.0g |
| Sugars | 45.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant
Chocolate Candy Coating
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant
Serving size 57.0 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 (SUGAR, CORNSTARCH), HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CANE SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, CORN SWEETENER (CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP), WATER, SALT, ARTIFICIAL VANILLA FLAVOR, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL BUTTER FLAVOR, FD&C RED NO. 40, CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, GUM ARABIC, VEGETABLE GLYCERIN.
Chocolate Candy Coating
Serving size 15.0 GRMg
% 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, PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), PALM OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK, DRY WHOLE MILK, COCOA POWDER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER), NATURAL FLAVORS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
Chocolate Candy Coating
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Chocolate Candy Coating
Food Tags
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Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant Tags
Chocolate Candy Coating Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant, Buttercream has a BSI of 90.1 while Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate has a BSI of 18.9. Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 18.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant, Buttercream contains 80.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate contains 66.7g per 100g. Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate has 14.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Buttercream Flavored Red Fondant, Buttercream provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Chocolate Candy Coating, Chocolate. 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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