Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch
Wal Mart Stores, Inc.Assorted Sprinkles
Fred Meyer, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Glucose Gel,... | Assorted Spr... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g | 4.0g |
| Sugars | 15.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch vs Assorted Sprinkles: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch has high impact (BSI 34.0) compared to Assorted Sprinkles's low impact (BSI 8.0). Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch contains 13.0g more carbs per serving. Assorted Sprinkles 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.
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch
Assorted Sprinkles
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
WATER, DEXTROSE (D-GLUCOSE), GLYCERIN, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, FRUIT PUNCH FLAVOR (NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL), POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, ACESULFAME K, FD&C RED # 40.
Assorted Sprinkles
Serving size 4.0 Gg
% 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:
ORANGE/BLACK SANDING SUGAR: SUGAR, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, FD&C YELLOW #6, FD&C RED #40, FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1, FD&C RED #3. NONPAREILS: SUGAR, CORN STARCH, DEXTRIN, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, GUM ARABIC, FD&C YELLOW #6, FD&C RED #40, FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1. JIMMIES: SUGAR, CORN STARCH, PALM OIL, DEXTRIN, SOY LECITHIN, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, FD&C YELLOW #6 LAKE, FD&C RED #40 LAKE, FD&C YELLOW #5 LAKE, FD&C BLUE #1 LAKE.
Food Tags
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Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch Tags
Assorted Sprinkles 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: Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch has a BSI of 34.0 while Assorted Sprinkles has a BSI of 8.0. Assorted Sprinkles has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Assorted Sprinkles appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch contains 44.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Assorted Sprinkles contains 100.0g per 100g. Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch has 55.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Glucose Gel, Fruit Punch provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Assorted Sprinkles. 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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