Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime
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The Moran Group IncorporatedComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Flavored Sod... | Sparkling Wa... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 67.0g | 15.0g |
| Sugars | 66.0g | 14.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime vs Sparkling Water, Lemonade: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Sparkling Water, Lemonade's high impact (BSI 30.0). Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime contains 52.0g more carbs per serving. Sparkling Water, Lemonade 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.
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime
Sparkling Water, Lemonade
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime
Serving size 591.0 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM CITRATE, POTASSIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE).
Sparkling Water, Lemonade
Serving size 355.0 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:
SPARKLING WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, GUM ARABIC, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE) GLYCEROL ESTER OF WOOD ROSIN, SUCRALOSE, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA, AND YELLOW 5.
Food Tags
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Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime Tags
Sparkling Water, Lemonade 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: Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime has a BSI of 100.0 while Sparkling Water, Lemonade has a BSI of 30.0. Sparkling Water, Lemonade has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sparkling Water, Lemonade appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 30.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime contains 11.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sparkling Water, Lemonade contains 4.2g per 100g. Sparkling Water, Lemonade has 7.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Flavored Soda, Lemon Lime provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Sparkling Water, Lemonade. 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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