Blood Sugar Impact of Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka)
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 284.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g |
| Protein | 14.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 284.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 7.9g 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:
EGGPLANT, REDUCED FAT MILK (MILK, SKIM MILK, NON-FAT MILK SOLIDS, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, AND VITAMIN D3), GROUND TOMATOES IN LIGHT PUREE (FRESH VINE-RIPENED CALIFORNIA TOMATOES, SALT, CITRIC ACID), VEGGIE GROUND ROUND (WATER, TEXTURED SOY PROTEIN, ONIONS, NATURAL FLAVORS, AND LESS THAN 2% OF: EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, BARLEY MALT, CARAMEL {COLOR}, SPICE, GUAR GUM, EVAPORATED CANE SYRUP, SEA SALT, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE {IRON}, VITAMIN B12), FETA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, NATAMYCIN {A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR}), ROASTED TOMATOES (ROASTED TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, SALT, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), ONIONS, CARROTS, ORGANIC MUSHROOMS, RICE VINEGAR, ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR, ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, ROASTED GREEN BELL PEPPER, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, PARSLEY, WATER, GARLIC, CORNSTARCH, SPICES, SALT, GUAR GUM, GARLIC POWDER, CAYENNE PEPPER, BLACK PEPPER, LEMON ZEST.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
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๐
Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
VINEGAR
|
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๐ญ
Added Sugar
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SYRUP*
|
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โ
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
|
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๐
Animal Product
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CHEESE
MILK
|
|
๐จ
Artificial Coloring
|
COLOR*
|
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๐
Emulsifier
|
GUM*
|
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๐ซง
Fat
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OIL*
|
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โฌ
Filler
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GUM*
STARCH*
|
|
๐ก๏ธ
Flavor Additive
|
NATURAL FLAVOR*
|
|
๐ฟ
Natural
|
CHEESE
MILK
SALT
SEA SALT
|
|
๐งช
Preservative
|
CITRIC ACID
VINEGAR
|
|
๐ช
Protein
|
CHEESE
MILK
|
|
๐ฅ
Refined Carb
|
FLOUR*
|
|
๐ฆ
Refined Fat
|
OIL*
|
|
๐ง
Seasoning
|
SALT
SEA SALT
|
|
โ๏ธ
Synthetic Additive
|
COLOR*
|
Food Tags
These tags help categorize Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka) based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
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Data Details
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka) is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 33.3.
Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka) has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 33.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka) contains 7.0g carbs, 3.2g sugars, 1.1g fiber, and 4.9g 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 Eggplant Mediterranean (Moussaka) into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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