Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Enriched Instant Grits
Winn Dixie Stores, Inc.Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal
Nature's PathComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Enriched Ins... | Flax Plus, O... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Enriched Instant Grits
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Nutritional Labels
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Enriched Instant Grits
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 21.0g 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:
SPECIALLY PROCESSED DEGERMINATED WHITE CORN GRITS, SALT, CALCIUM CARBONATE, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE, SOY LECITHIN, BHA AND CITRIC ACID (AS PRESERVATIVES), NIACIN*, THIAMIN MONONITRATE*, RIBOFLAVIN*, FOLIC ACID*.
Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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:
WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR*, WHEAT BRAN*, CANE SUGAR*, FLAX SEEDS*, OAT BRAN*, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT*, SEA SALT, TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Enriched Instant Grits
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Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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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: Enriched Instant Grits has a BSI of 41.4 while Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal has a BSI of 34.8. Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 34.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Enriched Instant Grits contains 78.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal contains 76.7g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Enriched Instant Grits provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 16.7g in Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal. Nature's Path, Flax Plus, Organic Multibran Flakes Cereal provides 13.1g 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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