Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Southern Style Sweet Tea
Krause Gentle CorporationGreen Tea
Peach TeaComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Southern Sty... | Green Tea |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 41.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 41.0g | 21.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Southern Style Sweet Tea vs Green Tea: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Southern Style Sweet Tea has extremely high impact (BSI 82.0) compared to Green Tea's high impact (BSI 42.0). Southern Style Sweet Tea contains 20.0g more carbs per serving. Green Tea 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.
Southern Style Sweet Tea
Green Tea
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Southern Style Sweet Tea
Serving size 473.0 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:
TEA (FILTERED WATER, BREWED TEA CONCENTRATE), SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, CARAMEL COLOR.
Green Tea
Serving size 360.0 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:
TEA (WATER, TEA POWDER), CANE SUGAR, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, SUCRALOSE.
Food Tags
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Southern Style Sweet Tea Tags
Green Tea 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: Southern Style Sweet Tea has a BSI of 82.0 while Green Tea has a BSI of 42.0. Green Tea has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Green Tea appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 42.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Southern Style Sweet Tea contains 8.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Green Tea contains 5.8g per 100g. Green Tea has 2.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Southern Style Sweet Tea provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Green Tea. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the iced & bottle tea category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.