Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz
Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Kellogg's Fr... | Kellogg's Co... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.6g | 57.6g |
| Sugars | 10.0g | 24.6g |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0.8g |
| Protein | 1.6g | 3.1g |
| Fat | 0.1g | 1.7g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz
Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz
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Nutritional Labels
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Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz
Serving size 29.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 15.0g 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:
INGREDIENTS: MILLED CORN, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF MALT FLAVOR, SALT, BHT FOR FRESHNESS. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: IRON, VITAMIN C (ASCORBIC ACID AND SODIUM ASCORBATE), NIACINAMIDE, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D, VITAMIN B12.
Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz
Serving size 65.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.2g 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:
INGREDIENTS: RICE, SUGAR, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, DEXTROSE), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (COCONUT, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED), SALT, MALT FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVOR.VITAMINS AND MINERALS: IRON (FERRIC PHOSPHATE), NIACINAMIDE, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D3, VITAMIN B12.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz 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: Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz has a BSI of 49.3 while Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz has a BSI of 100.0. Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 49.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz contains 88.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz contains 88.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz provides 2.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Cereal 2.3 Oz. Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Original 26.8 Oz provides 1.0g 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 processed cereal products category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.