Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream
Blood Orange Sorbet
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Butterscotch... | Blood Orange... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 31.0g |
| Sugars | 17.0g | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream
Blood Orange Sorbet
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Nutritional Labels
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Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream
Serving size 77.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g 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:
CREAM, MILK, MILK, SUGAR, BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE (CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SWEETENED CONDENSED SKIM MILK, [CONDENSED SKIM MILK, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP], WATER, BUTTER, SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE, SODIUM CITRIC, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM), CORN SYRUP, NON FAT MILK, GUAR FUM, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA, VANILLA BEAN.
Blood Orange Sorbet
Serving size 95.0 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:
WATER, SUGAR, BLOOD ORANGE JUICE, PINEAPPLE, GUAR GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Blood Orange Sorbet
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Ingredient Analysis
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Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream
Blood Orange Sorbet
Food Tags
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Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream 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: Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla has a BSI of 42.7 while Blood Orange Sorbet has a BSI of 62.0. Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 42.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla contains 28.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Blood Orange Sorbet contains 32.6g per 100g. Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla has 4.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream, Butterscotch Vanilla provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Blood Orange Sorbet. 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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