Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Frosted Oats
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Topo Logic Systems, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Frosted Oats | Granola, Cra... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 27.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 13.0g | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Frosted Oats
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Nutritional Labels
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Frosted Oats
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% 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:
WHOLE GRAIN OAT FLOUR (INCLUDES THE OAT BRAN), MARSHMALLOWS (SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, DEXTROSE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GELATIN, ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL FLAVOR, YELLOW 5 & 6, RED 40, BLUE 1), SUGAR, WHEAT STARCH, CORN SYRUP, SALT, CALCIUM CARBONATE, COLOR ADDED, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), A B VITAMIN (NIACINAMIDE), BHT (A PRESERVATIVE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, A B B VITAMIN (FOLIC ACID), VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D.
Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
GLUTEN-FREE ROLLED OATS, COCONUT OIL, MAPLE SYRUP, CRANBERRIES (SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL) TAPIOCA SYRUP, ORGANIC COCONUT FLAKES, ORGANIC BROWN RICE FLOUR, PECANS, NATURAL FLAVOR, CINNAMON, KOSHER SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Frosted Oats
Vitamins
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Frosted Oats
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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: Frosted Oats has a BSI of 51.1 while Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan has a BSI of 38.0. Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 38.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Frosted Oats contains 90.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan contains 57.5g per 100g. Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan has 32.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Frosted Oats provides 3.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 7.5g in Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan. Granola, Crazy Cranberry Pecan provides 4.2g 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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