Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites
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Sears, Roebuck And Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hot Tamales,... | Smart Sense,... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites vs Smart Sense, Chick O Stick: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites has very high impact (BSI 59.7) compared to Smart Sense, Chick O Stick's moderate impact (BSI 23.2). Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites contains 18.0g more carbs per serving. Smart Sense, Chick O Stick 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.
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites
Smart Sense, Chick O Stick
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 14.0g 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:
CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT, IRON, NIACIN, THIAMIN, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, GLYCERINE, PALM OIL, SALT, CITRIC ACID, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES (SOY), POTASSIUM SORBATE (A PRESERVATIVE), RED #40.
Smart Sense, Chick O Stick
Serving size 17.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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, PEANUT BUTTER (CONTAINS FRESH GROUND DRY ROASTED PEANUTS, SALT AND TOCOPHEROL TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS), TOASTED COCONUT (CONTAINS SODIUM METABISULFITE, A PRESERVATIVE), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, YELLOW 5, RED 3, RED 40 AND BLUE 1
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Hot Tamales, Licorice ...
Minerals
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No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Food Tags
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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: Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites has a BSI of 59.7 while Smart Sense, Chick O Stick has a BSI of 23.2. Smart Sense, Chick O Stick has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Smart Sense, Chick O Stick appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 23.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites contains 75.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Smart Sense, Chick O Stick contains 70.6g per 100g. Smart Sense, Chick O Stick has 4.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hot Tamales, Licorice Bites provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Smart Sense, Chick O Stick. 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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