Blood Sugar Impact of Protein Powder
This food has a low impact on blood sugar and is likely to provide stable energy.
Key Nutrients
Per 21.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 1.0g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Protein | 18.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 21.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE (MILK), SOY LECITHIN
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
|
🐄
Animal Product
|
MILK
|
|
⚗️
Functional Ingredient
|
WHEY
|
|
🌿
Natural
|
MILK
|
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💪
Protein
|
MILK
WHEY
|
|
🧫
Protein Isolate
|
WHEY
|
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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
Protein Powder is a food product in the energy, protein & muscle recovery drinks category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 1.7.
Protein Powder has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 1.7. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Protein Powder contains 4.8g carbs, 0g sugars, 0g fiber, and 85.7g protein per 100g.
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.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Protein Powder into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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