Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sugar Cookies
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| Nutrient | Sugar Cookies | Maple Pecan ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 12.0g | 14.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 15.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sugar Cookies
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Nutritional Labels
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Sugar Cookies
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
ENRICHED BLEACHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL [(PALM, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OILS), CITRIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE)], SKIM MILK, WATER. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: EGGS, SALT, BAKING SODA, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER;S GLAZE, SOY FLOUR.
Maple Pecan Cake
Serving size 62.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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:
SUGAR, WHOLE EGGS, WHEAT FLOUR, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT STARCH, MAPLE SYRUP, PECANS, GLYCEROL AND XANTHAN GUM (STABILIZING AGENTS), WATER, BAKING POWDER (DISODIUM DIPHOSPHATE, SODIUM CARBONATE), MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS (EMULSIFIER), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food 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: Sugar Cookies has a BSI of 48.6 while Maple Pecan Cake has a BSI of 55.4. Sugar Cookies has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sugar Cookies appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 48.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sugar Cookies contains 65.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Maple Pecan Cake contains 48.4g per 100g. Maple Pecan Cake has 17.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sugar Cookies provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Maple Pecan Cake. Maple Pecan Cake provides 1.6g 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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