Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Magic Shell Cupcake
The J.M. Smucker CompanySprinkles
Wilton Industries Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Magic Shell ... | Sprinkles |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 16.0g | 4.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 18.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Magic Shell Cupcake
Sprinkles
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Nutritional Labels
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Magic Shell Cupcake
Serving size 36.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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, SUNFLOWER OIL, COCONUT OIL, MILK, NONFAT MILK, REDUCED MINERAL WHEY (FROM MILK), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN, GUM ARABIC, BLUE 1, YELLOW 5, RED 40, RED 3, SALT.
Sprinkles
Serving size 4.0 Gg
% 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:
FLOWERS: DEXTROSE, CORN STARCH, DEXTRIN, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, GUM ARABIC, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, CARNAUBA WAX, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, TITANIUM OXIDE(COLOR), FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1, FD&C RED #40. SUGAR: SUGAR, CARNAUBA WAX, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, WATER, TITANIUM OXIDE (COLOR), FD&C YELLOW #5, FD&C BLUE #1, FD&C RED #40.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Magic Shell Cupcake
Minerals
Sprinkles
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Magic Shell Cupcake 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: Magic Shell Cupcake has a BSI of 29.4 while Sprinkles has a BSI of 8.0. Sprinkles has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sprinkles appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Magic Shell Cupcake contains 44.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sprinkles contains 100.0g per 100g. Magic Shell Cupcake has 55.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Magic Shell Cupcake provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Sprinkles. 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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