Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Ginger Beer, Ginger
Boylan Bottling Company Inc.Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer
Pepsi Cola North America Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Ginger Beer,... | Mug, Soda, R... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g | 72.0g |
| Sugars | 34.0g | 71.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Ginger Beer, Ginger
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Nutritional Labels
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Ginger Beer, Ginger
Serving size 296.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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, SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, GUM ACACIA, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CARAMEL COLOR.
Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer
Serving size 591.0 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, CARAMEL COLOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), QUILLAIA EXTRACT
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Ginger Beer, Ginger 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: Ginger Beer, Ginger has a BSI of 68.0 while Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer has a BSI of 100.0. Ginger Beer, Ginger has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Ginger Beer, Ginger 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 Beer, Ginger contains 11.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer contains 12.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Ginger Beer, Ginger provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer. 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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