Blood Sugar Impact of Shortbread
This food has a moderate impact on blood sugar.
Key Nutrients
Per 22.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 22.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CHIPS (SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR), SUGARS FROM FIBER (CELLULOSE, OLIGOSACCHARIDES), SUGAR, MADAGASCAR BOURBON VANILLA, SALT.
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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.
WHEAT FLOUR, BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CHIPS (SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR), SUGARS FROM FIBER (CELLULOSE, OLIGOSACCHARIDES), SUGAR, MADAGASCAR BOURBON VANILLA, SALT.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Shortbread is a food product in the cookies & biscuits category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 20.9.
Shortbread has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 20.9. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Shortbread contains 54.6g carbs, 13.6g sugars, 4.5g fiber, and 4.6g 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 Shortbread into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Shortbread compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cookies & biscuits category for alternatives.