What is Traditional Pesto?

Traditional Pesto is a food product in the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 7.4.

How does Traditional Pesto affect blood sugar?

Traditional Pesto has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 7.4. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.

What are the nutritional facts for Traditional Pesto?

Traditional Pesto contains 5.1g carbs, 1.0g sugars, 1.0g fiber, and 3.0g protein per 100g.

Is Traditional Pesto suitable for diabetics?

This food has a low blood sugar impact and is generally suitable for diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.

How can I use Traditional Pesto in meal planning?

Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Traditional Pesto into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.

How does Traditional Pesto compare to other foods?

Use our comparison tool to see how Traditional Pesto compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category for alternatives.

Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces J & J Distributing Co. Branded

Blood Sugar Impact of Traditional Pesto

Traditional Pesto

contains 5.1g carbs per 100g with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 7. Learn detailed nutrition facts for this prepared pasta & pizza sauces to make informed diabetic food choices.

Grams

per serving

Key Nutrients

Per 99.0g serving

Traditional pesto contains 5.0g of carbs, 1.0g of sugar, 3.0g of protein, 51.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 99.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.

Nutrient	Amount per serving
Carbs	5.0g
Sugars	1.0g
Fiber	1.0g
Protein	3.0g
Fat	51.0g

Estimated Blood Sugar Response

BSI Score:

Traditional pesto contains 5.1g of carbs, 1.0g of sugar, and 1.0g of fiber per 99.0 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.

Community Blood Sugar Response

Real people share how this food actually affected their blood sugar levels.

Serving size 99.0 Gg

Calories 470

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 51.0g 65%

Saturated Fat 7.0g 35%

Trans Fat 0.0g

* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data

Cholesterol 0.0mg 0%

Sodium 380.2mg 17%

Total Carbohydrates 5.0g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1.0g 4%

Total Sugars 1.0g

* 3.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data

Protein 3.0g 6%

Calcium 80.2mg 6%

Iron 1.4mg 8%

* 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:

OLIVE OIL, FRESH BASIL, LEMON JUICE, PARMESAN CHEESE, GARLIC, PINE NUTS, CASHEWS, SALT, SPICES, OLIVE OIL, FRESH BASIL, LEMON JUICE, PARMESAN CHEESE(PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES SALT, ENZYMES), FRESH GARLIC, PINE NUTS, CASHEWS. SALT. SPICES.

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Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C 10% DV

Vitamin A 140% DV

Minerals

Calcium 8% DV

Iron 8% DV

* % Daily Values based on 2,000 calorie diet

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Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.

About Our Food Data

All nutritional data comes from the USDA Food Database. Some branded products contain self-reported information that may not be perfectly accurate. Food details are inherently difficult to measure precisely, so we do our best to provide reliable information and use the data quality score below to help you assess accuracy.

Brand J & J Distributing Co.

Data Source Branded

Data Quality Score 73/100

Quality Tier Medium

USDA Food Record ID 2101508