Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pink Icing
Mccormick & Company, Inc.Valentine Decorating Candy
Wilton Industries Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pink Icing | Valentine De... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 1.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pink Icing vs Valentine Decorating Candy comparison: Pink Icing has a low blood sugar impact (BSI 7.8) while Valentine Decorating Candy has minimal impact (BSI 2.0). Pink Icing contains 3.0g more carbs per serving. Consider Valentine Decorating Candy 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.
Pink Icing
Valentine Decorating Candy
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Pink Icing
Serving size 6.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM, SUNFLOWER AND HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OILS), WATER, CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), SALT, CORNSTARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), CITRIC ACID, RED 3, SUNFLOWER OIL, ROSEMARY EXTRACT (PRESERVATIVE), TOCOPHEROLS, RED 40, BLUE 1, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60
Valentine Decorating Candy
Serving size 1.5 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:
DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP, MALTODEXTRIN, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, CITRIC ACID, WATER, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, GUM ARABIC, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE, CONFECTIONERS' GLAZE, CARNAUBA WAX, CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING COLORS: MUSTACHE - FD&C RED #40, FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1; LIPS - FD&C RED #40, FD&C RED #3; TEETH-TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR).
Food Tags
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Pink Icing Tags
Valentine Decorating Candy Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Pink Icing has a BSI of 7.8 while Valentine Decorating Candy has a BSI of 2.0. Valentine Decorating Candy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Valentine Decorating Candy appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 2.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pink Icing contains 66.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Valentine Decorating Candy contains 66.7g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Pink Icing provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Valentine Decorating Candy. 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 baking decorations & dessert toppings category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.