Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Traditional Belgian Waffles
Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Traditional ... | Whole Grain ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g | 21.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 16.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Traditional Belgian Waffles
Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry
Community Blood Sugar Responses
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Traditional Belgian Waffles
Serving size 70.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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 WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), UNSALTED BUTTER, PEARL SUGAR, SUGAR, WHOLE EGGS, NATURAL FLAVOR, WATER, INVERT SUGAR, DRY YEAST, CANOLA OIL, SOY LECITHIN, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, NONFAT DRY MILK, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, CINNAMON, TURMERIC (COLOR).
Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry
Serving size 65.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, PALM OIL, WATER, WHOLE EGG, INVERT SUGAR, YEAST. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: ASCORBIC ACID, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR), CANOLA OIL, CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE, DRIED BLUEBERRIES ENZYMES, FRUIT AND VEGETABLE EXTRACTS (FOR COLOR), MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NATURAL BLUEBERRY FLAVOR WITH OTHER NATURAL FLAVORS (MILK), RICE FLOUR, SALT, SOY FLOUR SOY LECITHIN, SOYBEAN OIL, VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED, WHEAT GLUTEN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Traditional Belgian Waffles
Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry
Food Tags
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Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional has a BSI of 66.6 while Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry has a BSI of 83.1. Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 66.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional contains 51.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry contains 69.2g per 100g. Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional has 17.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Traditional Belgian Waffles, Traditional provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.1g in Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry. Whole Grain Waffle, Blueberry provides 1.7g 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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