Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint
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Hospitality Mints Llc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Ginger Mint ... | Big Dots/Bri... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 11.0g | 13.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint
Serving size 15.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 3.0g 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:
SUGAR, GLUCOSE, GINGER FLAVOUR.
Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams
Serving size 14.0 Gg
% 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:
LIQUID SUGAR (SUGAR, WATER), INVERT SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL*, SORBITOL, BUTTER* WITH NATURAL FLAVOR (PASTEURIZED CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORINGS), SALT, PEPPERMINT OIL, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL BUTTER FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN*, TBHQ PRESERVATIVE AND SODIUM BENZOATE PRESERVATIVES.
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint 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 Mint Candy, Ginger Mint has a BSI of 28.0 while Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams has a BSI of 26.0. Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 26.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint contains 93.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams contains 92.9g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Ginger Mint Candy, Ginger Mint provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Big Dots/Bright Pink Buttermint Creams. 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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