Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling
Pie Filling Or Topping
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cherry Cake ... | Pie Filling ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 25.0g |
| Sugars | 14.0g | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling
Pie Filling Or Topping
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling
Serving size 38.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 4.0g 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:
CORN SYRUP, CHERRIES, WATER, SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, GELLAN GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES), SODIUM CITRATE, RED 40.
Pie Filling Or Topping
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 7.0g 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:
RED TART CHERRIES, WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SUGAR, SALT, ERYTHORBIC ACID (COLOR RETENTION), RED 40.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Cherry Cake & Pastry F...
Minerals
Pie Filling Or Topping
Vitamins
Ingredient Analysis
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Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling
Pie Filling Or Topping
Food Tags
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Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling Tags
Pie Filling Or Topping Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling, Cherry has a BSI of 36.0 while Pie Filling Or Topping has a BSI of 48.0. Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling, Cherry has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling, Cherry appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 36.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling, Cherry contains 47.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pie Filling Or Topping contains 29.4g per 100g. Pie Filling Or Topping has 18.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cherry Cake & Pastry Filling, Cherry provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Pie Filling Or Topping. Pie Filling Or Topping provides 1.2g 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 pastry shells & fillings category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.