Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Extra Creamy Coconut Milk
First World ImportsCacao Powder
Health Matters America Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Extra Creamy... | Cacao Powder |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 11.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 7.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Extra Creamy Coconut Milk
Cacao Powder
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Nutritional Labels
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Extra Creamy Coconut Milk
Serving size 80.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
COCONUT EXTRACT 81.82%, WATER 17.88%, STABILIZER (GUAR GUM E412 0.10%), STABILIZER (CARBOXY METHYL CELLULOSE E466 0.10%), EMULSIFIER (POLYSORBATE 60 E435 0.06%), ANTIOXIDANT (CITRIC ACID E330 0.03%), ANTIOXIDANT (SODIUM METABISULPHITE E223 0.01%).
Cacao Powder
Serving size 20.0 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:
ORGANIC CACAO POWDER
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Extra Creamy Coconut Milk
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Extra Creamy Coconut Milk
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: Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy has a BSI of 3.9 while Cacao Powder has a BSI of 7.5. Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy contains 2.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cacao Powder contains 55.0g per 100g. Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy has 52.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Extra Creamy Coconut Milk, Extra Creamy provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 35.0g in Cacao Powder. Cacao Powder provides 35.0g 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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