Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Frosting, Vanilla
The J.M. Smucker CompanyPurple Icing
Mccormick & Company, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Frosting, Va... | Purple Icing |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g | 4.0g |
| Sugars | 21.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Frosting, Vanilla vs Purple Icing: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Frosting, Vanilla has high impact (BSI 45.0) compared to Purple Icing's low impact (BSI 7.8). Frosting, Vanilla contains 19.0g more carbs per serving. Purple Icing 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.
Frosting, Vanilla
Purple Icing
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Frosting, Vanilla
Serving size 34.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
FROSTING: SUGAR, PALM OIL, WATER, CORN SYRUP, CORN STARCH, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, ARTIFICIAL COLOR INCLUDING YELLOW 5 AND RED 40, POLYSORBATE 60, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SOY LECITHIN, XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, ANTIOXIDANTS (ASCORBYL PALMITATE, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS, CHAMOMILE AND ROSEMARY EXTRACTS). CANDY BITS: SUGAR, RICE FLOUR, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM KERNEL AND/OR PALM), CORN STARCH, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, GUM ARABIC, CELLULOSE GUM, CARRAGEENAN, SOY LECITHIN, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, YELLOW 6, CARNAUBA WAX, RED 40, BLUE 2 LAKE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR.
Purple Icing
Serving size 6.0 GRMg
% 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:
SUGAR, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM, SUNFLOWER AND HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OILS), WATER, CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SALT, CORNSTARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), CITRIC ACID, BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 3, SUNFLOWER OIL, ROSEMARY EXTRACT (PRESERVATIVE), TOCOPHEROLS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60
Food Tags
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Frosting, Vanilla 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: Frosting, Vanilla has a BSI of 45.0 while Purple Icing has a BSI of 7.8. Purple Icing has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Purple Icing appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 7.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Frosting, Vanilla contains 67.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Purple Icing contains 66.7g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Frosting, Vanilla provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Purple Icing. 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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