Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt
Genesis & Bev LlcEnergy Drink, Orange
Energy Beverages LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Malt Flavore... | Energy Drink... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 28.0g | 51.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt vs Energy Drink, Orange: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Energy Drink, Orange has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt's very high impact (BSI 71.9). Energy Drink, Orange contains 16.0g more carbs per serving. Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt 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 Flavored Energy Drink, Malt
Energy Drink, Orange
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt
Serving size 240.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
CARBONATED WATER (WATER, CARBON DIOXIDE), SUGAR, MALT EXTRACT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CARAMEL COLOR, CITRIC ACID, CAFFEINE, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, NIACINAMIDE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, RIBOFLAVIN, CYANOCOBALAMIN
Energy Drink, Orange
Serving size 473.0 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, SUGAR/GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE, TAURINE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, CAFFEINE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, GUM ARABIC, NIACINAMIDE, FLAVOURS, SUCRALOSE, D-CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, ESTER GUM, INOSITOL, SUNSET YELLOW FCF, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, CYANOCOBALAMIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Malt Flavored Energy D...
Vitamins
Energy Drink, Orange
Vitamins
Food Tags
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Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt Tags
Energy Drink, Orange 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 Flavored Energy Drink, Malt has a BSI of 71.9 while Energy Drink, Orange has a BSI of 100.0. Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 71.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt contains 15.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Energy Drink, Orange contains 11.0g per 100g. Energy Drink, Orange has 4.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Malt Flavored Energy Drink, Malt provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Energy Drink, Orange. 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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