Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie
Jtm Foods, Inc.Cheesecake
Vollmer's Cheesecake FactoryComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lightly Glaz... | Cheesecake |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 60.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 31.0g | 12.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 18.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie vs Cheesecake: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Cheesecake's high impact (BSI 38.2). Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie contains 39.0g more carbs per serving. Cheesecake 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.
Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie
Cheesecake
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Nutritional Labels
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Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie
Serving size 113.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 28.0g 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:
ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, PALM OIL & FRACTIONATED PALM OIL, SUGAR, FOOD STARCH MODIFIED, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, FRACTIONATED PALM OIL, MONO- & DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60), SALT, DEXTROSE, CITRIC ACID, PRESERVATIVES (SODIUM PROPIONATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, TOCOPHEROLS), CORN STARCH, SODIUM CITRATE, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, FRACTIONATED PALM OIL, SOY LECITHIN), WHEAT FLOUR, DRIED EXTRACT OF MALTED BARLEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, CALCIUM CARBONATE, AGAR-AGAR, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), MONO- & DIGLYCERIDES, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE.
Cheesecake
Serving size 57.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
CREAM CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, STABILIZERS (CAROB BEAN GUM AND/OR GUAR GUM AND/OR XANTHAN GUM)), GRAHAM CRUST (WHEAT FLOUR, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, MOLASSES, SALT, DEXTROSE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, HONEY), GRANULATED SUGAR, EGGS, OREO COOKIE CRUMBS (SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM AND/OR HIGH OLEIC CANOLA AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH AKALI), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, BAKING SODA, CORNSTARCH, SALT, SOY LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER), VANILLIN - AN ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CHOCOLATE) VANILLA EXTRACT, LEMON JUICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Lightly Glazed Lemon P...
Minerals
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Minerals
Food Tags
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Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie 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: Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie has a BSI of 100.0 while Cheesecake has a BSI of 38.2. Cheesecake has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cheesecake appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 38.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie contains 53.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheesecake contains 36.8g per 100g. Cheesecake has 16.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lightly Glazed Lemon Pie Dessert, Lemon Pie provides 0.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Cheesecake. 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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