Blood Sugar Impact of Pound Cake
contains 52.6g carbs per 100g with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 80. Learn detailed nutrition facts for this cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes to make informed diabetic food choices.
Key Nutrients
Per 78.0g servingPound cake contains 41.0g of carbs, 23.0g of sugar, 3.0g of protein, 11.0g of fat, and 0.0g of fiber per 78.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 23.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pound cake contains 52.6g of carbs, 29.5g of sugar, and 0.0g of fiber per 78.0 Gg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.
Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.
Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.
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Serving size 78.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, DRIED EGG WHITES, DEXTROSE, EMULSIFIER BLEND (PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOESTERS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, BHT, CITRIC ACID), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: NONFAT DRY MILK, LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), CORN STARCH, DRIED EGG YOLKS, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SALT, DRIED WHEY, DRIED WHOLE EGG, EMULSIFIER BLEND (RICE STARCH, GLUCOSE SYRUP SOLIDS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, NONFAT DRY MILK, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, WHEAT GLUTEN, POLYSORBATE 60, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, GUM ARABIC, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE, XANTHAN GUM, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR), CALCIUM ACETATE, GUAR GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE).
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SUGAR, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, DRIED EGG WHITES, DEXTROSE, EMULSIFIER BLEND (PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOESTERS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, BHT, CITRIC ACID), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: NONFAT DRY MILK, LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), CORN STARCH, DRIED EGG YOLKS, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SALT, DRIED WHEY, DRIED WHOLE EGG, EMULSIFIER BLEND (RICE STARCH, GLUCOSE SYRUP SOLIDS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, NONFAT DRY MILK, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, WHEAT GLUTEN, POLYSORBATE 60, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, GUM ARABIC, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE, XANTHAN GUM, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR), CALCIUM ACETATE, GUAR GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE).
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Pound Cake is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 79.6.
Pound Cake has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 79.6. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pound Cake contains 52.6g carbs, 29.5g sugars, 0.0g fiber, and 3.9g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Pound Cake into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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