Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice
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The Kellogg CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Muffins, Pum... | Frosted Mapl... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 47.0g | 67.0g |
| Sugars | 27.0g | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 16.0g | 12.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice vs Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple comparison: Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple has a extremely high blood sugar impact (BSI 100.0) while Muffins, Pumpkin Spice has extremely high impact (BSI 88.9). Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple contains 20.0g more carbs per serving. Consider Muffins, Pumpkin Spice for better blood sugar control.
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.
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice
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Nutritional Labels
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Muffins, Pumpkin Spice
Serving size 100.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SUGAR, SOYBEAN AND/OR CANOLA OIL, EGGS, WATER, PUMPKIN, BROWN SUGAR, MARGARINE (SOYBEAN OIL, PALM AND MODIFIED PALM OIL, WATER, CANOLA OIL, SALT, WHEY (MILK), MONOGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS, SOY LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN D3), SPICE, WHEY (MILK), LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, DEXTROSE, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS.
Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple
Serving size 96.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 36.0g 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:
ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, VITAMIN B1 [THIAMIN MONONITRATE], VITAMIN B2 [RIBOFLAVIN], FOLIC ACID), SUGAR, SOYBEAN AND PALM OIL (WITH TBHQ FOR FRESHNESS), DEXTROSE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CORN SYRUP, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF MOLASSES, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (CONTAINS MILK), LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), WHEAT STARCH, GELATIN, YELLOW 5 LAKE, SOY LECITHIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Muffins, Pumpkin Spice has a BSI of 88.9 while Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple has a BSI of 100.0. Muffins, Pumpkin Spice has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 88.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice contains 47.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple contains 69.8g per 100g. Muffins, Pumpkin Spice has 22.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Muffins, Pumpkin Spice provides 1.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.0g in Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple. 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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