Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane
Pelican Bay Ltd. Inc.Iced Tea Mix
4 C Foods Corp.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Candy Cane H... | Iced Tea Mix |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 21.0g | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane
Iced Tea Mix
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane
Serving size 28.0 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, WHEY, NONFAT DRY MILK, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), SALT, NATURAL PEPPERMINT FLAVOR, NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE (ANTI-CAKING).
Iced Tea Mix
Serving size 18.0 Gg
% 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, CITRIC ACID, INSTANT GREEN TEA, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL POMEGRANATE FLAVORS, CARAMEL COLOR, F.D &C RED #40.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
Iced Tea Mix
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Ingredient Analysis
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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: Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane has a BSI of 41.2 while Iced Tea Mix has a BSI of 34.0. Iced Tea Mix has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Iced Tea Mix appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 34.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane contains 78.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Iced Tea Mix contains 94.4g per 100g. Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane has 15.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Iced Tea Mix. Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Mix, Candy Cane provides 3.6g 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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