Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar
Wholesome Sweeteners, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Old Fashione... | Organic Powd... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar vs Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar has very high impact (BSI 60.0) compared to Old Fashioned Brown Sugar's low impact (BSI 8.0). Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar contains 26.0g more carbs per serving. Old Fashioned Brown Sugar 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.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar
Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar
Serving size 4.5 Gg
% 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:
BROWN SUGAR.
Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar
Serving size 30.0 GRMg
% 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:
ORGANIC SUGAR*, ORGANIC TAPIOCA STARCH
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar
Minerals
Organic Powdered Confe...
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Food Tags
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Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Tags
Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar 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: Old Fashioned Brown Sugar has a BSI of 8.0 while Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar has a BSI of 60.0. Old Fashioned Brown Sugar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar contains 88.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar contains 100.0g per 100g. Old Fashioned Brown Sugar has 11.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Old Fashioned Brown Sugar provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Organic Powdered Confectioners Sugar. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the granulated, brown & powdered sugar category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.