Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Malt Beverage
Royal Unibrew A/SPrickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear
Buddha's Brew, LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Malt Beverage | Prickly Pear... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g | 10.0g |
| Sugars | 43.0g | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Malt Beverage vs Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Malt Beverage has extremely high impact (BSI 99.9) compared to Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear's moderate impact (BSI 20.0). Malt Beverage contains 40.0g more carbs per serving. Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear 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.
Malt Beverage
Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Malt Beverage
Serving size 330.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 7.0g 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:
WATER, SUGAR, BARLEY MALT, BARLEY, CARAMEL COLOR, HOPS, CARBON DIOXIDE.
Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear
Serving size 240.0 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:
PURE ORGANIC KOMBUCHA (PURIFIED WATER, KOMBUCHA CULTURE, ORGANIC FAIR TRADE TEA, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR), PRICKLY PEAR JUICE.
Food Tags
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Malt Beverage Tags
Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear 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: Malt Beverage has a BSI of 99.9 while Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear has a BSI of 20.0. Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 20.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Malt Beverage contains 15.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear contains 4.2g per 100g. Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear has 11.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Malt Beverage provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Prickly Pear Kombucha, Prickly Pear. 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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