Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies
Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Halloween Sp... | Mrs. Richard... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 3.0g | 19.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 16.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies
Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies
Serving size 4.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR, CORN STARCH, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (COTTONSEED AND/OR SOYBEAN), SOY LECITHIN, DEXTRIN, YELLOW 6 LAKE, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CARNAUBA WAX.
Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings
Serving size 37.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CORN SYRUP, HYDROGENATED COCONUT OIL, WATER, SUGAR, NON-FAT DRY MILK, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), FOOD STARCH MODIFIED, SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, PRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE), VANILLIN (AN ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), LECITHIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Halloween Sprinkles De...
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Mrs. Richardson's, Hot...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudg...
Food Tags
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Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies Tags
Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings 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: Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies has a BSI of 5.8 while Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings has a BSI of 34.9. Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 5.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies contains 75.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings contains 51.4g per 100g. Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings has 23.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Halloween Sprinkles Decorating Candies provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.7g in Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings. Mrs. Richardson's, Hot Fudge Toppings provides 2.7g 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 baking decorations & dessert toppings category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.