Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lemon Soda, Lemon
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Pepsi Cola North America Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lemon Soda, ... | Mug, Soda, R... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 43.0g | 72.0g |
| Sugars | 41.0g | 71.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Lemon Soda, Lemon
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lemon Soda, Lemon
Serving size 330.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 2.0g 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:
MINERAL WATER, LEMON JUICE (FROM CONCENTRATED AND NATURAL JUICE), SUGAR, GLUCOSE SYRUP, CARBON DIOXIDE, LEMON PULP, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer
Serving size 591.0 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, CARAMEL COLOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), QUILLAIA EXTRACT
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Food Tags
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Lemon Soda, Lemon 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 Soda, Lemon has a BSI of 86.0 while Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer has a BSI of 100.0. Lemon Soda, Lemon has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lemon Soda, Lemon appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 86.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lemon Soda, Lemon contains 13.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer contains 12.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Lemon Soda, Lemon provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer. 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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