Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Preserves, Black Cherry
Dundee Brandied Fruit CompanyRed Pepper Jam
TalancinaComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Preserves, B... | Red Pepper Jam |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 6.0g |
| Sugars | 13.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Preserves, Black Cherry
Red Pepper Jam
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Nutritional Labels
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Preserves, Black Cherry
Serving size 20.0 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:
PREMIUM NORTHWEST DARK SWEET CHERRIES, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP
Red Pepper Jam
Serving size 15.0 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:
RED PEPPER, SUGAR, WATER AND CITRIC ACID. THICKEN: FRUIT PECTIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Preserves, Black Cherry
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Red Pepper Jam
Vitamins
Ingredient Analysis
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Preserves, Black Cherry
Red Pepper Jam
Food Tags
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Preserves, Black Cherry Tags
Red Pepper Jam 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: Preserves, Black Cherry has a BSI of 26.0 while Red Pepper Jam has a BSI of 12.0. Red Pepper Jam has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Red Pepper Jam appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 12.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Preserves, Black Cherry contains 70.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Red Pepper Jam contains 40.0g per 100g. Red Pepper Jam has 30.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Preserves, Black Cherry provides 5.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Red Pepper Jam. Preserves, Black Cherry provides 5.0g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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 jam, jelly & fruit spreads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.