Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Milk Chocolate Bars
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Milk Chocola... | Thorntons, C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 27.0g | 18.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Milk Chocolate Bars
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
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Nutritional Labels
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Milk Chocolate Bars
Serving size 50.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, COCOA MASS, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR, COCOA SOLIDS 33% MIN, MILK SOLIDS 18% MIN.
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
Serving size 36.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
SUGAR. COCOA LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, PALM KERNEL OIL, HAZELNUTS, BUTTER (MILK), ALMONDS, NONFAT DRY MILK, LOW FAT COCOA POWDER - PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LACTOSE (MILK), WATER, GLUCOSE SYRUP (WHEAT), PALM OIL, GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE SYRUP (WHEAT), MILK FAT, COCONUT OIL (CONTAINS SOY LECITHIN), SORBITOL, HEAVY CREAM (MILK), SOY LECITHIN, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (PASTEURIZED MILK, SUGAR), RED WINE, ORANGE JUICE, SOUR CHERRY JUICE, INVERT SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVORS (MILK), MARC DE CHAMPAGNE, WHEY POWDER (MILK), WHITE WINE POWDER, LEMON JUICE, CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR CONCENTRATE (COCOA, ALCOHOL, SUGAR), CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE, NEUTRAL FLAVOURED SPIRIT, IRISH CREAM LIQUEUR (WATER, HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM (MILK), SUGAR, ALCOHOL, MILK PROTEIN, WHISKY, NATURAL FLAVOR, MALTODEXTRIN, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, SODIUM CITRATE), SALT, ORANGE PEEL, INVERTASE, LEMON PULP, MONO_ AND DIGLYCERIDES, PECTIN, VANILLA SEEDS, SODIUM BICARBONATE, ARTIFICIAL COLORS, CITRIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Milk Chocolate Bars
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Milk Chocolate Bars 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: Trader Joe's, Milk Chocolate Bars has a BSI of 54.4 while Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates has a BSI of 35.8. Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Trader Joe's, Milk Chocolate Bars contains 60.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates contains 55.6g per 100g. Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates has 4.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Trader Joe's, Milk Chocolate Bars provides 2.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.8g in Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates. 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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