Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver
Wilton Industries Inc.Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz
International FoodsourceComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sanding Suga... | Valued Natur... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 24.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver
Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz
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Nutritional Labels
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Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver
Serving size 4.0 GRMg
% 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:
SUGAR, CARNAUBA WAX, MICA-BASED PEARLESCENT PIGMENTS, WATER, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1.
Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz
Serving size 40.0 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:
DESICCATED COCONUT, SODIUM METABISULFITE AS PRESERVATIVE
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Sanding Sugar Sprinkle...
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver Tags
Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz 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: Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver has a BSI of 8.0 while Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz has a BSI of 9.0. Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver contains 100.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz contains 32.5g per 100g. Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz has 67.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sanding Sugar Sprinkles, Silver provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 20.0g in Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz. Valued Naturals Shredded Coconut, 8 Oz provides 20.0g 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.
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