Blood Sugar Impact of Pizza
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The fat content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 138.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 26.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.9g |
| Protein | 14.0g |
| Fat | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 138.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.1g 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:
CRUST (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR WATER, SOYBEAN OIL AND/OR CANOLA OIL, CORN MEAL [DEGERMED YELLOW CORN MEAL], CONTAINS 2% OR LESS SUGAR, YEAST, SALT, NONFAT DRY MILK, GRANULATED GARLIC, SOY LECITHIN [PROCESSING AID]), WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SAUCE (TOMATOES, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SPICE (SALT. OREGANO, GARLIC POWDER, BASIL, BLACK PEPPER]), SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE (PORK, SPICES, SALT, SUGAR, PAPRIKA, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVORING), RED PEPPER, PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESE BLEND (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES SALT, ENZYMES], ROMANO CHEESE [PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES]), OREGANO, GARLIC, BASIL.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
CRUST (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR WATER, SOYBEAN OIL AND/OR CANOLA OIL, CORN MEAL [DEGERMED YELLOW CORN MEAL], CONTAINS 2% OR LESS SUGAR, YEAST, SALT, NONFAT DRY MILK, GRANULATED GARLIC, SOY LECITHIN [PROCESSING AID]), WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SAUCE (TOMATOES, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SPICE (SALT. OREGANO, GARLIC POWDER, BASIL, BLACK PEPPER]), SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE (PORK, SPICES, SALT, SUGAR, PAPRIKA, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVORING), RED PEPPER, PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESE BLEND (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES SALT, ENZYMES], ROMANO CHEESE [PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES]), OREGANO, GARLIC, BASIL.
Data Details
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Pizza is a food product in the pizza category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 46.3.
Pizza has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 46.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pizza contains 18.8g carbs, 2.2g sugars, 1.4g fiber, and 10.1g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Pizza into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Pizza compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the pizza category for alternatives.