Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal
General Mills Sales Inc.Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar
General Mills Sales Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cascadian Fa... | Cinnamon Toa... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.5g | 10.4g |
| Sugars | 11.2g | 4.7g |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 0.3g |
| Protein | 2.2g | 0.4g |
| Fat | 3.2g | 1.6g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal vs Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal has very high impact (BSI 52.6) compared to Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar's moderate impact (BSI 19.7). Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal contains 19.1g more carbs per serving, Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal provides 2.2g more fiber. Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar 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.
Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar
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Nutritional Labels
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Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal
Serving size 36.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 15.8g 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:
INGREDIENTS: WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT*, CANE SUGAR*, RICE FLOUR*, SUNFLOWER OIL*, MALTODEXTRIN*, CINNAMON*, SEA SALT, DEXTROSE*. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.*ORGANIC
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar
Serving size 14.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.4g 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:
CEREAL (WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT, RICE FLOUR, SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN, DEXTROSE, CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, CARAMEL COLOR. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: IRON AND ZINC [MINERAL NUTRIENTS], A B VITAMIN [NIACINAMIDE], VITAMIN B6 [PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE], VITAMIN B2 [RIBOFLAVIN], A B VITAMIN [FOLIC ACID]), CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, PALM KERNEL), CRISP RICE (RICE FLOUR, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, SALT), FRUCTOSE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CALCIUM CARBONATE. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, WHEY POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN, SORBITOL, COLOR (CARAMEL COLOR, ANNATTO EXTRACT, YELLOW LAKES 5 & 6, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE), GELATIN, SALT, CINNAMON, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), IRON AND ZINC (MINERAL NUTRIENTS), A B VITAMIN (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), A B VITAMIN (FOLIC ACID), VITAMIN D3.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal has a BSI of 52.6 while Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar has a BSI of 19.7. Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal contains 82.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar contains 74.3g per 100g. Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar has 7.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal provides 7.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.2g in Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mini Treat Bar. Cascadian Farm Organic Cinnamon Crunch Cereal provides 4.8g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the processed cereal products category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.