Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles has less impact on blood sugar than Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles
Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles
Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Gatorade Thi... | Tropicana Tw... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 24.0g |
| Sugars | 21.0g | 24.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Community Blood Sugar Responses
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles
Serving size 360.0 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:
INGREDIENTS: WATER, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, GUM ARABIC, YELLOW 6, GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN, BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL.
Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton
Serving size 240.0 MLg
% 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:
INGREDIENTS: FILTERED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATERMELON JUICE CONCENTRATE, APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, GRAPE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS AND ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
Compare ingredient counts and processing levels to understand what's in these foods.
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Food Tags
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Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton Tags
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: Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles has a BSI of 44.0 while Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton has a BSI of 48.0. Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 44.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles contains 6.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton contains 10.0g per 100g. Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles has 3.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Orange (12 12 Fluid Ounce) 144 Fluid Ounce 12 Pack Plastic Bottles provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Tropicana Twister Watermelon Flavored Drink 59 Fluid Ounce Paper Carton. 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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