Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts
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General Mills Sales Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Fiber One Ch... | Cheerios Fro... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 13.6g | 28.9g |
| Sugars | 2.8g | 11.3g |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 2.6g |
| Protein | 1.2g | 3.2g |
| Fat | 4.8g | 1.7g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts vs Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal has very high impact (BSI 51.2) compared to Fiber One Chocolate Donuts's moderate impact (BSI 18.5). Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal contains 15.3g more carbs per serving, Fiber One Chocolate Donuts provides 1.3g more fiber. Fiber One Chocolate Donuts 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.
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts
Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts
Serving size 23.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.9g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR BLEACHED, CHICORY ROOT EXTRACT, PALM KERNEL AND PALM OIL, VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, POLYDEXTROSE, SUGAR, CANDY PIECES (SUGAR, PALM OIL, BEET POWDER [FOR COLOR], GUM ARABIC, NATURAL FLAVOR), LOWFAT COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: DRIED EGG WHITE, WHEAT STARCH, WHEY, WHOLE EGG POWDER, CORN STARCH, RICE SYRUP, GRAPE JUICE, POTATO STARCH, MILK POWDER, SALT, CARROT FIBER, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE), SOY LECITHIN, XANTHAN GUM, ENZYMES, LOCUST BEAN GUM, SHEA BUTTER.
Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal
Serving size 36.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 15.0g 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:
INGREDIENTS: WHOLE GRAIN OATS, SUGAR, CORN STARCH, CORN SYRUP, SALT, TRIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, BROWN SUGAR SYRUP. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM CARBONATE, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), IRON AND ZINC (MINERAL NUTRIENTS), A B VITAMIN (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), A B VITAMIN (FOLIC ACID), VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D3.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Fiber One Chocolate Donuts has a BSI of 18.5 while Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal has a BSI of 51.2. Fiber One Chocolate Donuts has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 18.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts contains 59.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal contains 80.2g per 100g. Fiber One Chocolate Donuts has 21.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Fiber One Chocolate Donuts provides 17.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 7.3g in Cheerios Frosted Lemon Breakfast Cereal. Fiber One Chocolate Donuts provides 9.7g 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 processed cereal products category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.