Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Ginger Ale
Sicily Blood Orange Soda
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Ginger Ale | Sicily Blood... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 34.0g |
| Sugars | 35.0g | 26.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Ginger Ale
Sicily Blood Orange Soda
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Ginger Ale
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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), CARAMEL COLOR.
Sicily Blood Orange Soda
Serving size 330.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 8.0g 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:
WATER, SANGUINELLO BLOOD ORANGE JUICE 16% SUGAR, BLACK CARROT JUICE, CARBON DIOXIDE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORINGS.
Ingredient Analysis
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Ginger Ale
Sicily Blood Orange Soda
Food Tags
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Ginger Ale Tags
Sicily Blood Orange Soda 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: Ginger Ale, Ginger has a BSI of 72.0 while Sicily Blood Orange Soda, Sicily Blood Orange has a BSI of 68.0. Sicily Blood Orange Soda, Sicily Blood Orange has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sicily Blood Orange Soda, Sicily Blood Orange appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 68.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Ginger Ale, Ginger contains 10.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sicily Blood Orange Soda, Sicily Blood Orange contains 10.3g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Ginger Ale, Ginger provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Sicily Blood Orange Soda, Sicily Blood Orange. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the soda category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.