Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sports Drink Mix
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sports Drink... | Sipping Choc... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 20.0g | 15.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sports Drink Mix
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint
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Nutritional Labels
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Sports Drink Mix
Serving size 21.0 Gg
% 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, LESS THAN 1% OF: CITRIC ACID, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, POTASSIUM CITRATE, CALCIUM SILICATE, MAGNESIUM LACTATE, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, YELLOW 5, VITAMIN B3 ( NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B6 ( PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B12.
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
DARK CHOCOLATE DARK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], NATURAL FLAVOR), PEPPERMINT CANDY (SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, PURE PEPPERMINT OIL, RED 40).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Sports Drink Mix
Vitamins
Minerals
Sipping Chocolate, Pep...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Sports Drink Mix
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint
Food Tags
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Sports Drink Mix Tags
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint 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: Sports Drink Mix has a BSI of 40.0 while Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint has a BSI of 30.4. Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 30.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sports Drink Mix contains 95.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint contains 60.7g per 100g. Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint has 34.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sports Drink Mix provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint. Sipping Chocolate, Peppermint 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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