Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tonic Water
Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc.Mountain Wave Citrus Soda
Walgreens Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tonic Water | Mountain Wav... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 49.0g |
| Sugars | 29.0g | 49.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Tonic Water vs Mountain Wave Citrus Soda: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Mountain Wave Citrus Soda has extremely high impact (BSI 98.0) compared to Tonic Water's very high impact (BSI 60.0). Mountain Wave Citrus Soda contains 19.0g more carbs per serving. Tonic Water 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.
Tonic Water
Mountain Wave Citrus Soda
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Tonic Water
Serving size 296.0 MLg
% 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), QUININE, NATURAL FLAVORS.
Mountain Wave Citrus Soda
Serving size 355.0 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:
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), CAFFEINE, GUM ARABIC, GLYCEROL ESTER OF WOOD ROSIN, YELLOW 5, BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL.
Food Tags
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Tonic Water 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: Tonic Water has a BSI of 60.0 while Mountain Wave Citrus Soda has a BSI of 98.0. Tonic Water has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tonic Water appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 60.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tonic Water contains 10.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mountain Wave Citrus Soda contains 13.8g per 100g. Tonic Water has 3.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tonic Water provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Mountain Wave Citrus Soda. 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.
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