Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar
The J.M. Smucker CompanyLight Corn Syrup, Light
Harris Teeter Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hungry Jack,... | Light Corn S... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 53.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 42.0g | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar vs Light Corn Syrup, Light: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Light Corn Syrup, Light's very high impact (BSI 60.0). Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar contains 23.0g more carbs per serving. Light Corn Syrup, Light 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.
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar
Light Corn Syrup, Light
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar
Serving size 60.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 11.0g 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, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CELLULOSE GUM, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SORBIC ACID AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES), CARAMEL COLOR, SODIUM CITRATE.
Light Corn Syrup, Light
Serving size 30.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 20.0g 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, SALT, VANILLA EXTRACT.
Food Tags
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Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Tags
Light Corn Syrup, Light 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: Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar has a BSI of 100.0 while Light Corn Syrup, Light has a BSI of 60.0. Light Corn Syrup, Light has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Light Corn Syrup, Light appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 60.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar contains 88.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Light Corn Syrup, Light contains 100.0g per 100g. Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar has 11.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hungry Jack, Flavored Syrup, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Light Corn Syrup, Light. 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 syrups & molasses category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.