Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon
Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mini Candy S... | Fruity Chewy... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 25.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 19.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 3.0g |
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.
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.
Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon
Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon
Serving size 14.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 4.0g 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:
CANDY STRIPS: (HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WHEAT FLOUR, CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, SORBITOL SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, CHILI POWDER, GLYCEROL, IODIZED SALT, WHEAT FIBER, SODIUM CITRATE, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM LACTATE, MALIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE AS PRESERVATIVES, COLOR (FD&C RED 40), SOY LECITHIN), SAUCE: (WATER, IODIZED SALT, CITRIC ACID, CHILI POWDER, DEXTROSE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE AS PRESERVATIVES, ASCORBIC ACID SUCRALOSE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR).
Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry
Serving size 31.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.0g 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:
GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, LESS THAN 2% OF GELATIN, MALIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SUCROSE FATTY ACID ESTERS, SORBITAN TRISTEARATE, GRAPE JUICE CONCENTRATE, APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, SPIRULINA EXTRACT (COLOR), FRUIT JUICE CONCENTRATE (COLOR), VEGETABLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (COLOR), STRAWBERRY JUICE CONCENTRATE, MANGO JUICE CONCENTRATE, BETA-CAROTENE (COLOR), VEGETABLE JUICE (COLOR).
Ingredient Analysis
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Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, ...
Food Tags
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Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon Tags
Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry 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: Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon has a BSI of 16.0 while Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry has a BSI of 49.3. Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 16.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon contains 57.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry contains 80.7g per 100g. Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon has 23.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Lucas, Mini Candy Strips, Sandia Watermelon provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Fruity Chewy Candy, Mango, Grape, Green Apple, Strawberry. 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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