Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate
Abbott Laboratories IncSpinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Double Dark ... | Spinach Sala... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 14.0g | 15.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 15.0g |
| Fat | 5.1g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate vs Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing: Both have similar blood sugar impact with BSI scores of 35.3 and 36.6 respectively. Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing contains 2.0g more carbs per serving, Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing provides 2.0g more fiber. Choose based on your nutritional preferences and portion size for optimal blood sugar management.
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.
Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate
Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
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Nutritional Labels
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Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate
Serving size 45.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g 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:
SOY PROTEIN NUGGETS (SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, COCOA [PROCESSED WITH ALKALI], TAPIOCA STARCH, SALT), CHOCOLATE FLAVORED COATING (SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA POWDER [PROCESSED WITH ALKALI], SOY LECITHIN, NONFAT MILK POWDER, VANILLA), DARK CHOCOLATE LAYER (CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, NATURAL CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA POWDER [PROCESSED WITH ALKALI], MILK PROTEIN ISOLATE, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, XANTHAN GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM, GUM ARABIC), CORN SYRUP, LIQUID FRUCTOSE, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CHOCOLATE DROPS (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA); LESS THAN 2% OF: HIGH OLEIC SAFFLOWER OIL, COCOA FRUCTOSE (FRUCTOSE, WATER, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, COCOA [PROCESSED WITH ALKALI], NATURAL COCOA, SALT, CARRAGEENAN, NATURAL FLAVORS, TOCOPHEROL, ASCORBIC ACID), COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), GLYCERIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, AND SALT. VITAMIN AND MINERAL BLEND (CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ASCORBIC ACID [VIT. C], MAGNESIUM OXIDE, DL-ALPHA-TOCOPHERYL ACETATE [VIT. E], NIACINAMIDE [VIT B3], ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE [VIT. B5], FERROUS FUMARATE [IRON], PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE [VIT. B6], VITAMIN A PALMITATE, RIBOFLAVIN [VIT. B2], THIAMINE MONONITRATE [VIT. B1], FOLIC ACID [VIT. B9], CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, BIOTIN [VIT. B7], SODIUM SELENITE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, VITAMIN B12).
Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Serving size 135.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
BABY SPINACH, BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE (WATER, BALSAMIC VINEGAR, CANOLA OIL, FRUCTOSE, PARMESAN CHEESE [PART SKIM MILK, CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], SALT, SPICES, DRIED GARLIC, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM), BACON PIECES (BACON CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM NITRITE [PRESERVATIVE], MAY CONTAIN SMOKE FLAVORING, DEXTROSE, BROWN SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES [TO ENHANCE FLAVOR], SODIUM ERYTHORBATE [PRESERVATIVE], SODIUM ASCORBATE [PRESERVATIVE], POTASSIUM CHLORIDE [PRESERVATIVE], FLAVORING), DRIED CRANBERRIES (CRANBERRIES, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL), PARMESAN CHEESE (PARMESAN CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], POTATO STARCH AND POWDERED CELLULOSE [TO PREVENT CAKING], NATAMYCIN [A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR]).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate has a BSI of 35.3 while Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing has a BSI of 36.6. Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate contains 44.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing contains 16.3g per 100g. Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing has 28.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Double Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate provides 2.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.2g in Spinach Salad With Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. 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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