Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime
Monster Energy CompanyBeverage, Lemonade
Walgreens Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Natural Cane... | Beverage, Le... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 39.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 39.0g | 25.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime vs Beverage, Lemonade: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime has extremely high impact (BSI 78.0) compared to Beverage, Lemonade's very high impact (BSI 54.0). Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime contains 12.0g more carbs per serving. Beverage, Lemonade 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.
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime
Beverage, Lemonade
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime
Serving size 354.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
CONTAINS: PURE TRIPLE FILTERED CARBONATED WATER, SUGAR, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS WITH EXTRACTS OF YUCATAN MANDARIN AND COLIMA LIMES.
Beverage, Lemonade
Serving size 240.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
FILTERED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE, CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA ((TO PROTECT FLAVOR), YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6.
Food Tags
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Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime Tags
Beverage, Lemonade 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: Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime has a BSI of 78.0 while Beverage, Lemonade has a BSI of 54.0. Beverage, Lemonade has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Beverage, Lemonade appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 54.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime contains 11.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Beverage, Lemonade contains 11.3g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Natural Cane Soda, Mandarin Lime provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Beverage, Lemonade. 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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