Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Soda, Mountain Citrus
Iga, Inc.Original Lemonade, Original
Safeway, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Soda, Mounta... | Original Lem... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 49.0g | 39.0g |
| Sugars | 49.0g | 38.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Soda, Mountain Citrus vs Original Lemonade, Original: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Soda, Mountain Citrus has extremely high impact (BSI 98.0) compared to Original Lemonade, Original's extremely high impact (BSI 78.0). Soda, Mountain Citrus contains 10.0g more carbs per serving. Original Lemonade, Original 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.
Soda, Mountain Citrus
Original Lemonade, Original
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Soda, Mountain Citrus
Serving size 355.0 MLg
% 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, ORANGE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE WITH OTHER NATURAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM BENZOATE (A PRESERVATIVE), GUM ACACIA, POTASSIUM CITRATE, CAFFEINE, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), YELLOW 5, BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL.
Original Lemonade, Original
Serving size 360.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
WATER, CANE SUGAR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE).
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Soda, Mountain Citrus 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: Soda, Mountain Citrus has a BSI of 98.0 while Original Lemonade, Original has a BSI of 78.0. Original Lemonade, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Lemonade, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 78.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Soda, Mountain Citrus contains 13.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Lemonade, Original contains 10.8g per 100g. Original Lemonade, Original has 3.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Soda, Mountain Citrus provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Original Lemonade, Original. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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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