Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal
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Food Town Stores Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Frosted Coco... | Maple Brown ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.0g | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 13.0g | 18.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal vs Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar has very high impact (BSI 72.0) compared to Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal's high impact (BSI 49.7). Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar contains 16.0g more carbs per serving, Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar provides 4.0g more fiber. Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal 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.
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal
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Nutritional Labels
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Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 12.0g 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:
SUGAR, DEGERMED YELLOW CORN MEAL, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), CORN SYRUP, CORN STARCH, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, COLOR (CARAMEL), PALM OIL, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM CARBONATE, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID), IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), NIACINAMIDE, ZINC (ZINC OXIDE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE MONONITRATE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN D (CHOLECALCIFEROL), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN).
Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar
Serving size 54.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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 GRAIN ROLLED OATS, SUGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, CALCIUM CARBONATE (A SOURCE OF CALCIUM), GUAR GUM, CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL FLAVORS, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (A SOURCE OF IRON), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, NIACINAMIDE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), FOLIC ACID. ,
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Food Tags
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Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal 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: Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal has a BSI of 49.7 while Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar has a BSI of 72.0. Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 49.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal contains 89.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar contains 75.9g per 100g. Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar has 13.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Frosted Cocoa Sweetened Corn Cereal provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 7.4g in Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar. Maple Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar provides 7.4g 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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