Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Salted Plantain Chips
Sagsveen & Sagsveen Food Brokers Ltd.Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted
Dang Foods LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Salted Plant... | Toasted Coco... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g | 9.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 10.0g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Salted Plantain Chips
Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted
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Nutritional Labels
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Salted Plantain Chips
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
PLANTAINS, NON-HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, SEA SALT.
Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
COCONUT, SEA SALT
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Salted Plantain Chips, Salted has a BSI of 26.3 while Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted has a BSI of 9.0. Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 9.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Salted Plantain Chips, Salted contains 60.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted contains 32.1g per 100g. Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted has 28.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Salted Plantain Chips, Salted provides 10.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 14.3g in Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted. Toasted Coconut Chips, Lightly Salted provides 3.6g 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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