Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Empire Apples, Empire has less impact on blood sugar than Popcorn
Popcorn
Empire Apples, Empire
Empire Apples, Empire
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Popcorn | Empire Apple... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 43.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 27.0g | 16.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 4.9g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 0.0g |
Community Blood Sugar Responses
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Popcorn
Serving size 50.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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, SUGAR, POPCORN, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, SOYA LECITHIN, BAKING SODA, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURS, CARAMEL COLOUR.
Empire Apples, Empire
Serving size 154.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 1.1g 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:
APPLES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Popcorn
Vitamins
Minerals
Empire Apples, Empire
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Popcorn
Food Tags
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Popcorn Tags
Empire Apples, Empire 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: Popcorn has a BSI of 80.8 while Empire Apples, Empire has a BSI of 34.2. Empire Apples, Empire has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Empire Apples, Empire appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 34.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Popcorn contains 86.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Empire Apples, Empire contains 14.3g per 100g. Empire Apples, Empire has 71.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Popcorn provides 4.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.2g in Empire Apples, Empire. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the popcorn, peanuts, seeds & related snacks category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.