Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Candy
National Distribution Network LlcAfter Dinner Mints
Meijer, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Candy | After Dinner... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.0g | 14.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 13.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Candy vs After Dinner Mints: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. After Dinner Mints has moderate impact (BSI 28.0) compared to Candy's low impact (BSI 10.0). After Dinner Mints contains 9.0g more carbs per serving. Candy 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.
Candy
After Dinner Mints
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Candy
Serving size 5.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 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, DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP, GUM BASE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (FD&C RED 3), CORN STARCH, BHT (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
After Dinner Mints
Serving size 15.0 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, NATURAL PEPPERMINT FLAVOR, CREAM OF TARTAR, ARTIFICIAL COLORS (YELLOW 5 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE).
Food Tags
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Candy Tags
After Dinner Mints 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: Candy has a BSI of 10.0 while After Dinner Mints has a BSI of 28.0. Candy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Candy 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.
Candy contains 100.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while After Dinner Mints contains 93.3g per 100g. After Dinner Mints has 6.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Candy provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in After Dinner 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.