Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Valentine Hearts Candy
7 Eleven, Inc.Island Snacks Gummy Bears
Island Snacks Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Valentine He... | Island Snack... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 13.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 11.0g | 12.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Valentine Hearts Candy
Island Snacks Gummy Bears
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Valentine Hearts Candy
Serving size 15.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 2.0g 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:
SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, MALTODEXTRIN, COLORINGS (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), ARABIC GUM, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CONFECTIONERY GLAZE, MINERAL OIL, CARNAUBA WAX, RED #40 AND RED #3.
Island Snacks Gummy Bears
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 8.0g 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:
CORN SYRUP(FROM CORN), SUGAR(FROM BEETS), WATER, GELATIN, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, PECTIN, (DERIVED FROM FRUITS), VEGETABLE OIL (COCONUT, CANOLA), AND CARNAUBA LEAF WAX(TO PREVENT STICKING), FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C RED #40, FD&C YELLOW #6, FD&C BLUE #1
Ingredient Analysis
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Valentine Hearts Candy
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Food Tags
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Valentine Hearts Candy 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: Valentine Hearts Candy has a BSI of 26.0 while Island Snacks Gummy Bears has a BSI of 39.7. Valentine Hearts Candy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Valentine Hearts Candy appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 26.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Valentine Hearts Candy contains 86.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Island Snacks Gummy Bears contains 66.7g per 100g. Island Snacks Gummy Bears has 20.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Valentine Hearts Candy provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Island Snacks Gummy Bears. 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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