Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime
SpriteChicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple
E. Formella & Sons, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lemon Lime S... | Chicago Styl... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 39.0g | 47.0g |
| Sugars | 38.0g | 47.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime vs Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple has extremely high impact (BSI 94.0) compared to Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime's extremely high impact (BSI 78.0). Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple contains 8.0g more carbs per serving. Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime 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.
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime
Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime
Serving size 360.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
CARBONATED WATER. HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM BENZOATE (TO PROTECT TASTE).
Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple
Serving size 355.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
CARBONATED WATER, SUGAR, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, CARAMEL COLOR, FD&C YELLOW #5, AND FD&C BLUE #1.
Food Tags
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Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime Tags
Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple 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: Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime has a BSI of 78.0 while Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple has a BSI of 94.0. Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 78.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime contains 10.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple contains 13.2g per 100g. Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime has 2.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lemon Lime Soda, Lemon Lime provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Chicago Style Drink, Caramel Apple. 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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