Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar
Signature Brands LlcSalted Caramel Flavored Frosting
Pinnacle Foods Group LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Decorating D... | Salted Caram... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 22.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar vs Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting has high impact (BSI 45.0) compared to Decorating Decors, Red Sugar's low impact (BSI 8.0). Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting contains 19.0g more carbs per serving. Decorating Decors, Red Sugar 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.
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar
Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar
Serving size 4.0 Gg
% 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:
SUGAR, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, RED 40, RED 3, RED 40 LAKE.
Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting
Serving size 35.0 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, WATER, PALM OIL, CORN SYRUP, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CORN STARCH, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), CARAMEL SYRUP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, PRESERVATIVE (POTASSIUM SORBATE), ANTIOXIDANTS (ASCORBYL PALMITATE, TOCOPHEROLS, CHAMOMILE AND ROSEMARY EXTRACT), SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, YELLOW 5, RED 40.
Food Tags
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Decorating Decors, Red Sugar Tags
Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting 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: Decorating Decors, Red Sugar has a BSI of 8.0 while Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting has a BSI of 45.0. Decorating Decors, Red Sugar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar contains 100.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting contains 65.7g per 100g. Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting has 34.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Decorating Decors, Red Sugar provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Salted Caramel Flavored Frosting. 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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