Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Gummi Bears
New Age Medicine Herbs & VitaminsPeanut Butter Bites
Chester A. Asher, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Gummi Bears | Peanut Butte... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 21.0g | 18.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 12.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Gummi Bears
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Nutritional Labels
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Gummi Bears
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 9.0g 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:
GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, BEEF GELATIN, CITRIC ACID, MODIFIED POTATO STARCH MINERAL OIL, SODIUM CITRATE, CARNAUBA WAX, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURS, COLOR (FD&C YELLOW #5, YELLOW #6, BLUE #1, RED #4).
Peanut Butter Bites
Serving size 38.0 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:
PEANUTS, SUGAR, DEXTROSE (CORN SWEETENER), COCOA BUTTER, MILK, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, PALM KERNEL OIL, CONTAINS 0.5% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SOYA LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER), SALT, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SWEET DRIED WHEY (MILK), LACTOSE (MILK), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL VANILLA FLAVOR, MILK FAT, NONFAT MILK, BUTTERMILK, SODIUM CASEINATE (MILK), HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Gummi Bears
Vitamins
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Minerals
Food 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: Gummi Bears has a BSI of 59.4 while Peanut Butter Bites has a BSI of 35.4. Peanut Butter Bites has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Peanut Butter Bites appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Gummi Bears contains 75.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Peanut Butter Bites contains 55.3g per 100g. Peanut Butter Bites has 19.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Gummi Bears provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.3g in Peanut Butter Bites. Peanut Butter Bites provides 5.3g 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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