Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Monster Trail Mix
Target StoresCreamy White Pretzel Twists
Long Grove Confectionery Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Monster Trai... | Creamy White... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 19.0g | 15.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Monster Trail Mix
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Nutritional Labels
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Monster Trail Mix
Serving size 42.0 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:
PEANUTS, M&M'S BRAND MILK CHOCOLATE CANDIES (MILK CHOCOLATE [SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, COCOA BUTTER, LACTOSE, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL FLAVORS], SUGAR, CORN STARCH, LESS THAN 1% CORN SYRUP, DEXTRIN, COLORING [INCLUDES BLUE 1 LAKE, YELLOW 6, RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, YELLOW 6 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 2 LAKE, BLUE 2], CARNAUBA WAX, GUM ACACIA), RAISINS, MILK CHOCOLATE CHIPS (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLIN [ARTIFICIAL FLAVORING]), PEANUT BUTTER CHIPS (SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, PARTIALLY DEFATTED PEANUT FLOUR, NONFAT DRY MILK, WHEY POWDER, PEANUT BUTTER [PEANUTS, HYDROGENATED RAPESEED AND COTTONSEED OIL], DEXTROSE, SALT, SOY LECITHIN), VEGETABLE OIL (PEANUT, COTTONSEED, SOYBEAN AND/OR SUNFLOWER SEED), SEA SALT.
Creamy White Pretzel Twists
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
WHITE COATING (SUGAR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, DRY WHEY [MILK], ARTIFICIAL COLOR, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], SALT, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), PRETZELS (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, CORN SYRUP, VEGETABLE OIL [MAY CONTAIN CORN, CANOLA, COTTONSEED, SOYBEAN], SODIUM BICARBONATE, YEAST).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Monster Trail Mix
Minerals
Creamy White Pretzel T...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Monster Trail Mix
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Food 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: Monster Trail Mix has a BSI of 39.3 while Creamy White Pretzel Twists has a BSI of 42.2. Monster Trail Mix has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Monster Trail Mix appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 39.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Monster Trail Mix contains 54.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Creamy White Pretzel Twists contains 73.3g per 100g. Monster Trail Mix has 18.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Monster Trail Mix provides 4.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Creamy White Pretzel Twists. Monster Trail Mix provides 4.8g 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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