Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry
Redco Foods, Inc.Chai
Bhakti, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lightly Swee... | Chai |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 1.0g | 16.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 13.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry vs Chai: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chai has high impact (BSI 30.1) compared to Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry's minimal impact (BSI 2.0). Chai contains 15.0g more carbs per serving, Chai provides 1.0g more fiber. Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry 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 Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry
Chai
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry
Serving size 2.0 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:
NATURAL FLAVOR, CANE SUGAR FILTERED WATER, SELECT TEA BLEND, CITRIC ACID, HONEY, SUCRALOSE, HIBISCUS, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVES).
Chai
Serving size 136.0 Gg
% 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:
BREWED TEA (FILTERED WATER, ORGANIC FAIR TRADE BLACK TEA), ORGANIC GINGER JUICE, ORGANIC EVAPORATED CANE JUICE, CARDAMOM AND OTHER SPICES.
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Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry Tags
Chai 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: Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry has a BSI of 2.0 while Chai has a BSI of 30.1. Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 2.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry contains 50.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chai contains 11.8g per 100g. Chai has 38.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lightly Sweetened Real Tea, Blackcurrant Raspberry provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Chai. 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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