Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tropical Flavored Energy Drink
Red Bull North America, Inc.Lemonade
Rite Aid CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tropical Fla... | Lemonade |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.0g | 25.0g |
| Sugars | 28.0g | 25.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Tropical Flavored Energy Drink
Lemonade
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Tropical Flavored Energy Drink
Serving size 250.0 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, SUGAR, GLUCOSE, CITRIC ACID, TAURINE, SODIUM CITRATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CAFFEINE, COLORS, NIACINAMIDE, GLYCEROL ESTER OF WOOD ROSIN, SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE, PYRIDOXINE HCL (VITAMIN B6), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, VITAMIN B12.
Lemonade
Serving size 240.0 MLTg
% 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:
FILTERED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL LEMON FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, YELLOW 5.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Vitamins
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Tropical Flavored Energy Drink
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Food Tags
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Tropical Flavored Energy Drink Tags
Lemonade Tags
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: Tropical Flavored Energy Drink, Tropical has a BSI of 58.0 while Lemonade has a BSI of 50.0. Lemonade has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Lemonade appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 50.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tropical Flavored Energy Drink, Tropical contains 11.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Lemonade contains 10.4g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Tropical Flavored Energy Drink, Tropical provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Lemonade. 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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