Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Dark 100% Ca... | Thorntons, C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 18.0g |
| Fiber | 7.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate
Serving size 30.0 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:
ORGANIC CACAO BEANS, ORGANIC CACAO BUTTER MADE IN A FACILITY WITH PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS
Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates
Serving size 36.0 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:
SUGAR. COCOA LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, PALM KERNEL OIL, HAZELNUTS, BUTTER (MILK), ALMONDS, NONFAT DRY MILK, LOW FAT COCOA POWDER - PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LACTOSE (MILK), WATER, GLUCOSE SYRUP (WHEAT), PALM OIL, GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE SYRUP (WHEAT), MILK FAT, COCONUT OIL (CONTAINS SOY LECITHIN), SORBITOL, HEAVY CREAM (MILK), SOY LECITHIN, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (PASTEURIZED MILK, SUGAR), RED WINE, ORANGE JUICE, SOUR CHERRY JUICE, INVERT SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVORS (MILK), MARC DE CHAMPAGNE, WHEY POWDER (MILK), WHITE WINE POWDER, LEMON JUICE, CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR CONCENTRATE (COCOA, ALCOHOL, SUGAR), CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE, NEUTRAL FLAVOURED SPIRIT, IRISH CREAM LIQUEUR (WATER, HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM (MILK), SUGAR, ALCOHOL, MILK PROTEIN, WHISKY, NATURAL FLAVOR, MALTODEXTRIN, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, SODIUM CITRATE), SALT, ORANGE PEEL, INVERTASE, LEMON PULP, MONO_ AND DIGLYCERIDES, PECTIN, VANILLA SEEDS, SODIUM BICARBONATE, ARTIFICIAL COLORS, CITRIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate 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: Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark has a BSI of 1.9 while Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates has a BSI of 35.8. Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark contains 26.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates contains 55.6g per 100g. Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark has 28.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark provides 23.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.8g in Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates. Dark 100% Cacao Chocolate, Dark provides 20.5g 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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