Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Caramel Sundae
Blood Orange Sorbet
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Caramel Sundae | Blood Orange... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 44.0g | 31.0g |
| Sugars | 36.0g | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Caramel Sundae
Blood Orange Sorbet
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Caramel Sundae
Serving size 123.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
ICE CREAM: MILKFAT AND NONFAT MILK, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, SWEETCREAM BUTTERMILK, WHEY, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF NATURAL FLAVORS, GUAR GUM, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN, ANNATTO AND TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLORS), CARAMEL: CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SWEETENED CONDENSED SKIM MILK (PASTEURIZED SKIM MILK, SUGAR), WATER, HEAVY CREAM, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM ALGINATE, SALT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM CITRATE, WHIPPED TOPPING: WATER, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP, LESS THAN 2% OF SODIUM CASEINATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES), CARBOHYDRATE GUM, POLYSORBATE 60, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SALT, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM CITRATE, SOY LECITHIN, XANTHAN GUM, CHOCOLATE FLAKES: SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, MILKFAT, COCOA BUTTER, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA
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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Caramel Sundae
Minerals
Blood Orange Sorbet
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Caramel Sundae
Blood Orange Sorbet
Food Tags
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Caramel Sundae Tags
Blood Orange Sorbet 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: Caramel Sundae, Caramel has a BSI of 86.3 while Blood Orange Sorbet has a BSI of 62.0. Blood Orange Sorbet has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Blood Orange Sorbet appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 62.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Caramel Sundae, Caramel contains 35.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Blood Orange Sorbet contains 32.6g per 100g. Blood Orange Sorbet has 3.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Caramel Sundae, Caramel 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the ice cream & frozen yogurt category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.