Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Glazed Donuts
Fruit Ring Cake
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Glazed Donuts | Fruit Ring Cake |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 51.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 31.0g | 19.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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.
Glazed Donuts
Fruit Ring Cake
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Glazed Donuts
Serving size 87.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 19.0g 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, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, BARLEY MALT, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), WATER, PALM OIL. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: NONFAT DRY MILK, EGG YOLKS, SOY FLOUR, WHEAT AND TAPIOCA STARCHES, WHEAT GERM, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE), CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SALT, DEXTROSE, SOYBEAN OIL, SOY LECITHIN, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, GLYCERIN, CELLULOSE AND KARAYA AND GUAR GUMS, CALCIUM CARBONATE, DEXTRIN, AGAR, CORN STARCH, CITRIC ACID, SORBIC ACID AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (CONTAINS LEMON), NUTMEG, MALTODEXTRIN, ARTIFICIAL COLORS, POTATO STARCH.
Fruit Ring Cake
Serving size 44.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 10.0g 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:
GOLDEN RAISINS (RAISINS, SULFUR DIOXIDE [PRESERVATIVE]), CANDIED CHERRIES (CHERRIES, CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, WATER, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE], POTASSIUM SORBATE [PRESERVATIVE], FD&C RED #40, FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1, SULFUR DIOXIDE [PRESERVATIVE], CALCIUM CHLORIDE), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), RAISINS, WATER, SUGAR, EGGS, GLAZE (WATER, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CELLULOSE GUM, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE [PRESERVATIVE], SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE], CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS), WALNUTS, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, TBHQ [PRESERVATIVE], CITRIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE]), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: SOYBEAN OIL, GLYCERIN, PECANS, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), SALT, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Glazed Donuts
Minerals
Fruit Ring Cake
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
Compare ingredient counts and processing levels to understand what's in these foods.
Glazed Donuts
Fruit Ring Cake
Food Tags
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Fruit Ring Cake 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: Glazed Donuts, Glazed has a BSI of 96.6 while Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit has a BSI of 56.8. Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 56.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Glazed Donuts, Glazed contains 58.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit contains 68.2g per 100g. Glazed Donuts, Glazed has 9.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Glazed Donuts, Glazed provides 1.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.3g in Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit. Fruit Ring Cake, Fruit provides 1.2g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.