Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Raisin
Rotella's Italian Bakery Inc.Bars, Chocolate Chip
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| Nutrient | Raisin | Bars, Chocol... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 10.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Raisin vs Bars, Chocolate Chip: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Raisin has very high impact (BSI 56.4) compared to Bars, Chocolate Chip's high impact (BSI 35.0). Raisin contains 8.0g more carbs per serving, Bars, Chocolate Chip provides 3.0g more fiber. Bars, Chocolate Chip 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.
Raisin
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Raisin
Serving size 59.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, RAISINS, YEAST, HONEY, WHEAT GLUTEN, CANOLA OIL, GRANULATED SUGAR, GROUND CINNAMON, SALT, DOUGH IMPROVER (MALTED WHEAT FLOUR, ENZYMES AND 2% OR LESS OF ASCORBIC ACID), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), AND 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: SUNFLOWER OIL, ENZYMES (CONTAINS WHEAT), WHEAT FLOUR AND CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR.
Bars, Chocolate Chip
Serving size 32.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 12.0g 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:
GRANOLA MIX (TOASTED OATS, CRISP BROWN AND WHITE RICE, CLOVER HONEY), CHICORY ROOT FIBER, DARK CHOCOLATE COATING AND CHOCOLATE CHIPS (CANE SUGAR, PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA POWDER), RICE FLOUR, RAISIN JUICE CONCENTRATE, SUNFLOWER OIL, SUGAR, VEGETABLE GLYCERINE, SEA SALT, NON-GMO SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM (TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE), VITAMIN C (ASCORBIC ACID), VITAMIN E (ACETATE), NIACIN, ZINC OXIDE, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), RIBOFLAVIN, VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D3, VITAMIN B12, IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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Food 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: Raisin has a BSI of 56.4 while Bars, Chocolate Chip has a BSI of 35.0. Bars, Chocolate Chip has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Bars, Chocolate Chip appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Raisin contains 52.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Bars, Chocolate Chip contains 71.9g per 100g. Raisin has 19.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Raisin provides 3.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 15.6g in Bars, Chocolate Chip. Bars, Chocolate Chip provides 12.2g 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 breads & buns category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.