Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries
Hy Vee, Inc.Chocolate Palmiers
Luxury BakeryComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Frosted Stra... | Chocolate Pa... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g | 15.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries vs Chocolate Palmiers: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries has very high impact (BSI 70.4) compared to Chocolate Palmiers's moderate impact (BSI 28.4). Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries contains 22.0g more carbs per serving, Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries provides 1.0g more fiber. Chocolate Palmiers 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 Strawberry Toaster Pastries
Chocolate Palmiers
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Nutritional Labels
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Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries
Serving size 52.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.0g 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:
ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, PALM AND/OR CANOLA OIL, FRUIT FROM CONCENTRATE (WHITE GRAPE, STRAWBERRY), GLYCERINE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, WHEY PERMEATE, PRECOOKED YELLOW CORN MEAL, SALT, LEAVENING (SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA), COLOR ADDED (INCLUDES RED 40, BLUE 1), CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE (A PRESERVATIVE), GELATIN, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MODIFIED SOY PROTEIN, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, REDUCED IRON, NIACINAMIDE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1).
Chocolate Palmiers
Serving size 26.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 7.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, VEGETABLE MARGARINE [VEGETABLE FATS (PALM), VEGETABLE OILS (SUNFLOWER), WATER, EMULSIFIER: MONO- AND DI-GLYCERIDES, ACIDIFIER: CITRIC ACID], SUGAR, WATER, COCOA GLAZE [SUCROSE, VEGETAL FAT HYDROGENATED (PALM), COCOA POWDER, EMULSIFIER: LECITHIN, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS], SALT, NATURAL FLAVOUR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Frosted Strawberry Toa...
Vitamins
Minerals
Chocolate Palmiers
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
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 Strawberry Toaster Pastries has a BSI of 70.4 while Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers has a BSI of 28.4. Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 28.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries contains 71.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers contains 57.7g per 100g. Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers has 13.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries provides 1.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Luxury Bakery, Chocolate Palmiers. Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries provides 1.9g 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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