Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened
ShurfineCoconut Chunks
Coconut King Miami Beach Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sweetened Co... | Coconut Chunks |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 12.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 4.0g | 46.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened
Coconut Chunks
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened
Serving size 15.0 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:
COCONUT, SODIUM METABISULFITE (ADDED TO RETAIN COLOR) SUGAR, WATER, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SALT.
Coconut Chunks
Serving size 138.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
COCONUT
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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Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened 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: Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened has a BSI of 11.4 while Coconut Chunks has a BSI of 17.0. Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 11.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened contains 53.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Coconut Chunks contains 15.2g per 100g. Coconut Chunks has 38.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened provides 13.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 8.7g in Coconut Chunks. Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened provides 4.6g 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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