Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hibiscus Flower Tea
Fiesta Pacific Products Inc.Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened
Bhakti, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hibiscus Flo... | Chai Concent... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 25.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hibiscus Flower Tea vs Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Hibiscus Flower Tea has very high impact (BSI 74.0) compared to Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened's minimal impact (BSI 4.1). Hibiscus Flower Tea contains 34.0g more carbs per serving, Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened provides 1.0g more fiber. Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened 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.
Hibiscus Flower Tea
Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Hibiscus Flower Tea
Serving size 480.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 12.0g 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 AND/OR FRUCTOSE, HIBISCUS FLOWER, FILTERED WATER, CITRIC ACID, FD&C RED #40, FD&C BLUE #1 AND LESS THAN 0.1% OF SODIUM BENZOATE (AS A PRESERVATIVE).
Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened
Serving size 136.0 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:
BREWED TEA (FILTERED WATER, ORGANIC FAIR TRADE* BLACK TEA), ORGANIC GINGER JUICE AND SPICES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Hibiscus Flower Tea
Vitamins
Minerals
Chai Concentrate, Unsw...
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Food Tags
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Hibiscus Flower Tea Tags
Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Hibiscus Flower Tea has a BSI of 74.0 while Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened has a BSI of 4.1. Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 4.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hibiscus Flower Tea contains 7.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened contains 2.2g per 100g. Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened has 5.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hibiscus Flower Tea provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Chai Concentrate, Unsweetened. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the iced & bottle tea category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.