Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lemon Cake
Ukrop's Homestyle Foods, LlcCupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter
Maplehurst Bakeries, LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lemon Cake | Cupcakes, Mi... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 46.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 37.0g | 40.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 13.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Lemon Cake vs Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter comparison: Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter has a extremely high blood sugar impact (BSI 99.2) while Lemon Cake has extremely high impact (BSI 89.5). Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter contains 6.0g more carbs per serving, Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter provides 1.0g more fiber. Consider Lemon Cake for better blood sugar control.
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.
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lemon Cake
Serving size 74.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 9.0g 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, PALM OIL (WITH MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60), WATER, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, EGGS, LEMONS, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: NONFAT DRY MILK, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, YELLOW 5.
Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR, WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM, SOYBEAN, PALM KERNEL, CANOLA), BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, EGGS, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), CORNSTARCH, CORN SYRUP, NONFAT MILK, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, ALUMINUM SULFATE), SALT, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, WHEY, EGG WHITES, DEXTROSE, SOY LECITHIN, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, GUAR GUM, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, POLYSORBATE 60, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), WHEAT STARCH, GUM ARABIC, RED 40, GLYCERIN, SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE, CALCIUM SULFATE, DATEM, RED 3, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, YELLOW 6, WHEAT PROTEIN ISOLATE, CALCIUM STEAROYL-2-LACTYLATE, METHYLCELLULOSE, XANTHAN GUM, YELLOW 5.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Lemon Cake has a BSI of 89.5 while Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter has a BSI of 99.2. Lemon Cake has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lemon Cake appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 89.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lemon Cake contains 62.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter contains 61.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Lemon Cake provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter. Cupcakes, Mini Gold & Chocolate Party Platter provides 1.2g 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 cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.