Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal
Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lightly Swee... | Whole Grain ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 41.0g | 32.0g |
| Sugars | 10.0g | 11.0g |
| Fiber | 5.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal
Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal
Serving size 51.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT, SUGAR, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, GELATIN, VITAMINS AND MINERALS: REDUCED IRON, NIACINAMIDE, ZINC OXIDE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B1), FOLIC ACID AND VITAMIN B12.
Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond
Serving size 57.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 17.0g 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:
WHOLE ROLLED OATS, EVAPORATED CANE SYRUP, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, CRISP RICE (RICE SUGAR, SALT, BARLEY MALT), DRY WHEY*, ALMONDS, NATURAL FLAVOR, HONEY, NUTMEG.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal Tags
Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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 Whole Grain Wheat Cereal has a BSI of 70.4 while Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond has a BSI of 53.9. Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 53.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal contains 80.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond contains 56.1g per 100g. Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond has 24.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal provides 9.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 7.0g in Whole Grain Granola, Vanilla Almond. Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal provides 2.8g 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.
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