Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee
Peppermint Candy Canes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Heath, Piece... | Peppermint C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 28.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 27.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee
Peppermint Candy Canes
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
MILK CHOCOLATE [SUGAR; COCOA BUTTER; CHOCOLATE; NONFAT MILK; MILK FAT; LACTOSE; SALT; LECITHIN (SOY); NATURAL FLAVOR], SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL [PALM OIL; SUNFLOWER OIL]; DAIRY BUTTER (MILK); CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: ALMONDS; CORN SYRUP; ARTIFICIAL COLOR [YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE; BLUE 2 LAKE; RED 40 LAKE]; CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE; SALT, GUM ACACIA; ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR; CARNAUBA WAX; LECITHIN (SOY).
Peppermint Candy Canes
Serving size 13.5 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 4.0g 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 SYRUP, PEPPERMINT OIL, RED 40, RED 40 LAKE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Heath, Pieces, Milk Ch...
Minerals
Peppermint Candy Canes
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Ingredient Analysis
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Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocola...
Peppermint Candy Canes
Food Tags
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Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee Tags
Peppermint Candy Canes 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: Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee has a BSI of 51.9 while Peppermint Candy Canes, Peppermint has a BSI of 26.0. Peppermint Candy Canes, Peppermint has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Peppermint Candy Canes, Peppermint 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.
Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee contains 70.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Peppermint Candy Canes, Peppermint contains 96.3g per 100g. Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee has 26.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee provides 2.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Peppermint Candy Canes, Peppermint. Heath, Pieces, Milk Chocolate & Toffee provides 2.5g 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.
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