Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint
Dubble BubbleOriginal Bubble Gum
SwellComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Peppermint C... | Original Bub... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 3.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 15.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint
Serving size 3.5 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:
SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, GUM BASE, DEXTROSE, GUM ARABIC, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CONFECTIONERS GLAZE, CARNAUBA WAX, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CORN STARCH, BHT (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
Original Bubble Gum
Serving size 20.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 3.0g 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:
SUGAR, GUM BASE, CORN SYRUP (GLUCOSE), ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, GLYCERINE, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL COLORS (FD&C RED 40, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 1, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), BHT (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
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Food Tags
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Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint 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: Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint has a BSI of 6.0 while Original Bubble Gum has a BSI of 36.0. Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 6.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint contains 85.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Bubble Gum contains 90.0g per 100g. Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint has 4.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Peppermint Chewing Gum, Peppermint provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Original Bubble Gum. 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 chewing gum & mints category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.