Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Chocolate Chips
Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chocolate Chips | Dark Chocola... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 10.0g | 24.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 4.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Chocolate Chips
Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel
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Nutritional Labels
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Chocolate Chips
Serving size 15.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER), VANILLIN (ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR).
Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel
Serving size 39.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.0g 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:
SUGAR, EVAPORATED MILK (MILK, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, CARRAGEENAN, VITAMIN D3), LIGHT CORN SYRUP (VANILLA EXTRACT 15% DEXTROSE), CARAMEL (SUGAR, GLUCOSE SYRUP), UNSWEET CHOCOLATE, UNSALTED BUTTER (PASTEURIZED CREAM (MILK)), SEA SALT, VANILLA EXTRACT (VANILLA BEAN EXTRACTIVES IN WATER AND ALCOHOL (41%)).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Chocolate Chips
Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Chocolate Chips Tags
Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel 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: Chocolate Chips, Chocolate has a BSI of 17.3 while Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel has a BSI of 44.6. Chocolate Chips, Chocolate has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chocolate Chips, Chocolate appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 17.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chocolate Chips, Chocolate contains 66.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel contains 61.5g per 100g. Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel has 5.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Chocolate Chips, Chocolate provides 6.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.6g in Dark Chocolate Sauce , Sea Salt Caramel. Chocolate Chips, Chocolate provides 4.1g 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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