Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks
Meijer, Inc.Milk Chocolate Candies
Weis Markets, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cheddar Puff... | Milk Chocola... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 10.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks
Milk Chocolate Candies
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Nutritional Labels
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Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks
Serving size 28.0 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:
SOYBEAN OIL, CORNMEAL, CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONING (WHEY, CHEDDAR AND BLUE CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT {COLOR}, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES], CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, BUTTER [CREAM], NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BUTTERMILK, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, CITRIC ACID, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE), MALTODEXTRIN, CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY, CHEDDAR AND BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ANNATTO, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), CORN STARCH, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, BUTTER (CREAM), WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, YELLOW 5 AND YELLOW 6, LACTIC ACID, SALT, HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, YELLOW 6.
Milk Chocolate Candies
Serving size 26.0 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:
MILK CHOCOLATE CANDIES (MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, WHOLE MILK POWDER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER), VANILLA), SUGAR, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (FD&C BLUE NO. 1, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, BLUE NO. 2 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5, YELLOW NO. 5 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 6, YELLOW NO. 6 LAKE, RED NO. 40, RED NO. 40 LAKE, SORBITOL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, METHYL AND PROPYL PARABENS, CARAMEL), CORN SYRUP, WAX, DEXTRIN), HONEY ROASTED SESAME STICKS [ UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (MALTED BARLEY FLOUR ADDED AS AN ENZYME ADDITIVE), SOYBEAN OIL, SESAME SEEDS, HONEY COATING (SUCRALOSE, WHEAT STARCH, HONEY), BULGUR WHEAT, TACK BLEND (MALTODEXTRIN, XANTHAN GUM), SALT, BEET POWDER (COLOR), TURMERIC (COLOR)], CASHEWS, ALMONDS, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, SUNFLOWER AND/OR SOYBEAN), SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Cheddar Puffcorn Corn ...
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Milk Chocolate Candies
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar has a BSI of 18.6 while Milk Chocolate Candies has a BSI of 22.2. Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 18.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar contains 35.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Milk Chocolate Candies contains 50.0g per 100g. Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar has 14.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cheddar Puffcorn Corn Snacks, Cheddar provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.8g in Milk Chocolate Candies. Milk Chocolate Candies provides 3.8g 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.
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