Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sweetened Flaked Coconut
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.100% Pure Cocoa
Nestle Usa Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sweetened Fl... | 100% Pure Cocoa |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 0.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sweetened Flaked Coconut
100% Pure Cocoa
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Nutritional Labels
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Sweetened Flaked Coconut
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, SUGAR, WATER, PROPYLENE GLYCOL (SUSTAINS FRESHNESS), SALT, SODIUM METABISULFITE (PRESERVES WHITENESS).
100% Pure Cocoa
Serving size 5.0 Gg
% 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:
COCOA.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Sweetened Flaked Coconut
Minerals
100% Pure Cocoa
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Sweetened Flaked Coconut
Food Tags
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Sweetened Flaked Coconut Tags
100% Pure Cocoa 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: Sweetened Flaked Coconut has a BSI of 11.6 while 100% Pure Cocoa has a BSI of 1.9. 100% Pure Cocoa has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
100% Pure Cocoa appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sweetened Flaked Coconut contains 53.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while 100% Pure Cocoa contains 60.0g per 100g. Sweetened Flaked Coconut has 6.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sweetened Flaked Coconut provides 13.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 40.0g in 100% Pure Cocoa. 100% Pure Cocoa provides 26.7g 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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