Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Red Licorice
Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Red Licorice | Organic Dark... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 13.0g | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 0.5g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Red Licorice
Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Red Licorice
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 18.0g 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, CORN SYRUP, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN, RIBOFLAVIN AND FOLIC ACID), WATER, CANE SYRUP, FOOD STARCH MODIFIED (CORN), PALM OIL, CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, SOY MONO AND DIGLYCERIDE, POTASSIUM SORBET PRESERVATIVE, SALT, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (FD&C RED #40).
Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 4.0g 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:
ORGANIC DARK CHOCOLATE (ORGANIC CACAO BEANS, ORGANIC EVAPORATED CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC COCOA BUTTER, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN), ORGANIC TAPIOCA SYRUP, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (ORGANIC MILK, ORGANIC SUGAR), ORGANIC BUTTER (ORGANIC CREAM, SALT), WATER, SEA SALT, AND ORGANIC VANILLA.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Red Licorice
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Red Licorice Tags
Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel 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: Red Licorice has a BSI of 61.6 while Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel has a BSI of 39.9. Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 39.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Red Licorice contains 81.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel contains 60.5g per 100g. Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel has 21.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Red Licorice provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.3g in Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel. Organic Dark Caramel Minis, Dark Chocolate Caramel provides 5.3g 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.
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