Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Decorating Icing, White
Target StoresEdible Decorations
Wilton Industries Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Decorating I... | Edible Decor... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g | 9.0g |
| Sugars | 22.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Decorating Icing, White vs Edible Decorations: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Decorating Icing, White has very high impact (BSI 64.3) compared to Edible Decorations's moderate impact (BSI 18.0). Decorating Icing, White contains 24.0g more carbs per serving. Edible Decorations 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 Icing, White
Edible Decorations
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Decorating Icing, White
Serving size 35.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 11.0g 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, SHORTENING (PALM OIL, CANOLA OIL, VEGETABLE MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 80), WATER, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CORN STARCH, SALT, MERINGUE POWDER (CORN STARCH, EGG WHITE, SUGAR, GUM ARABIC, CITRIC ACID, CREAM OF TARTAR, VANILLIN), XANTHAN GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL VANILLA CREME FLAVOR.
Edible Decorations
Serving size 10.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED (CORN), MALTODEXTRIN, GLYCERIN, SUGAR, WATER, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED (POTATO), DEXTROSE, CELLULOSE GEL, GUM ARABIC, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), FD&C RED #40, FD&C BLUE #1, FD&C YELLOW #5, POLYSORBATE 60, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SUCRALOSE, SUCRALOSE 1.2MG/4G
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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 Icing, White has a BSI of 64.3 while Edible Decorations has a BSI of 18.0. Edible Decorations has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Edible Decorations appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 18.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Decorating Icing, White contains 94.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Edible Decorations contains 90.0g per 100g. Edible Decorations has 4.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Decorating Icing, White provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Edible Decorations. 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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