Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple
Hostess Brands, LlcCrispy Marshmallow Squares, Original
Choice Foods LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hostess, Cup... | Crispy Marsh... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 26.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 18.0g | 13.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple vs Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple
Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple
Serving size 45.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 7.0g 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, WATER, BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, ANIMAL AND VEGETABLE SHORTENING (TALLOW, HYDROGENATED TALLOW, COTTONSEED OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, SOY LECITHIN), CARAMEL (SUGAR, WATER, EVAPORATED MILK, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (MILK, SUGAR), EVAPORATED MILK, CORN SYRUP, PALM KERNEL OIL, INVERT SUGAR, NONFAT DRY MILK, CREAM, NATURAL FLAVOR, CULTURED NONFAT MILK, DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDE, SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID), SHORTENING (PALM OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS: CORN SYRUP, PALM OIL SHORTENING, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SOY LECITHIN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, AGAR, LOCUST BEAN GUM, SUNFLOWER OIL, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, SOYBEAN OIL, EGGS, EGG WHITES, NONFAT DRY MILK, SALT, WHEY, CORN STARCH, INULIN, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, CINNAMON, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, DEXTROSE, BAKING SODA, SORBIC ACID AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO RETAIN FRESHNESS), DEFATTED SOY FLOUR, SHORTENING (TALLOW, HYDROGENATED TALLOW), CALCIUM SODIUM CASEINATE, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, GLYCERIN, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEARATE, CARAMEL COLOR, CELLULOSE GUM, FUMARIC ACID, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, ENZYMES, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, CARMINE, RED 40 LAKE.
Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original
Serving size 22.0 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:
MARSHMALLOW (CORN SYRUP, GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE, SUGAR, WATER, GELATIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH), CRISP RICE (RICE, SUGAR, SALT, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, MALT FLAVOR), MARGARINE (LIQUID AND PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, NONFAT DRY MILK SOLIDS, SOY LECITHIN, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM BENZOATE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BETA CAROTENE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE), ARTIFICIAL VANILLA FLAVOR, GLYCERIN, BUTTER FLAVOR, TBHQ.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Food Tags
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Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple 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: Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple has a BSI of 48.8 while Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original has a BSI of 40.7. Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 40.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple contains 57.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original contains 100.0g per 100g. Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple has 42.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hostess, Cupcakes, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple provides 2.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 4.5g in Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original. Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original provides 2.3g 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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