Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Citrus Soda
Pepsi Cola North America Inc.Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original
Dr Brown's Beverage DivisionComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Citrus Soda | Original Dra... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.0g | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 29.0g | 42.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Citrus Soda vs Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original has extremely high impact (BSI 84.0) compared to Citrus Soda's very high impact (BSI 58.0). Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original contains 13.0g more carbs per serving. Citrus Soda 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.
Citrus Soda
Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Citrus Soda
Serving size 222.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CAFFEINE, SODIUM CITRATE, GUM ARABIC, ERYTHORBIC ACID (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), YELLOW 5
Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original
Serving size 355.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, GUM ACACIA, CITRIC ACID.
Food Tags
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Citrus Soda Tags
Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original 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: Citrus Soda has a BSI of 58.0 while Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original has a BSI of 84.0. Citrus Soda has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Citrus Soda appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 58.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Citrus Soda contains 13.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original contains 11.8g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Citrus Soda provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Original Draft Style Root Beer, Original. 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.
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