Blood Sugar Impact of Hot Chocolate
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 21.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 14.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g |
| Fat | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 21.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
NATURAL CANE SUGAR, DUTCH PROCESSED COCOA (WITH ALKALI), NATURAL VANILLA POWER.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
NATURAL CANE SUGAR, DUTCH PROCESSED COCOA (WITH ALKALI), NATURAL VANILLA POWER.
Food Tags
These tags help categorize Hot Chocolate based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Hot Chocolate is a food product in the powdered drinks category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 31.3.
Hot Chocolate has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 31.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Hot Chocolate contains 81.0g carbs, 66.7g sugars, 4.8g fiber, and 4.8g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate blood sugar impact and can be included with portion control. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Hot Chocolate into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Hot Chocolate compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the powdered drinks category for alternatives.