Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Essentials Syrup
Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry
Gmi European Food DistributorsComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Essentials S... | Syrup & Flav... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 26.0g | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 24.0g | 45.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Essentials Syrup vs Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry has extremely high impact (BSI 90.0) compared to Essentials Syrup's high impact (BSI 50.0). Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry contains 19.0g more carbs per serving, Essentials Syrup provides 1.0g more fiber. Essentials Syrup 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.
Essentials Syrup
Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Essentials Syrup
Serving size 60.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SUGAR SYRUP, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CELLULOSE GUM, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SORBIC ACID AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES), CARAMEL COLOR, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID.
Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry
Serving size 50.0 MLg
% 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, FRUIT JUICE., CITRIC ACID - ACIDITY REGULATOR, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Essentials Syrup
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry
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Food Tags
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Essentials Syrup Tags
Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry 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: Essentials Syrup has a BSI of 50.0 while Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry has a BSI of 90.0. Essentials Syrup has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Essentials Syrup appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 50.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Essentials Syrup contains 43.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry contains 90.0g per 100g. Essentials Syrup has 46.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Essentials Syrup provides 1.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Syrup & Flavoring, Cherry. Essentials Syrup provides 1.7g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the syrups & molasses category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.