Blood Sugar Impact of Fruitcake
Fruitcake has a BSI score of 133.0, indicating high blood sugar impact. Contains 70.6g carbs, 2.4g fiber, 5.9g protein per serving. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 85.0g servingFruitcake contains 60.0g of carbs, 39.0g of sugar, 5.0g of protein, 19.0g of fat, and 2.0g of fiber per 85.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 60.0g |
| Sugars | 39.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g |
| Fat | 19.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Fruitcake contains 70.6g of carbs, 45.9g of sugar, and 2.4g of fiber per 85.0 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.
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Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
CAKE BASE (SUGAR, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SOYBEAN OIL, DRY WHEY, LEAVENING, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, SALT, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, MONO & DIESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, DEXTROSE, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CORN STARCH, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID, SOYFLOUR, EGG), FRUIT MIX (GLUCOSE, PAPAYA, GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE, ORANGE PEEL, LEMON PEEL, CHERRIES, SODIUM BENZOATE, CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL COLORS (RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1), ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR AND SODIUM METABISULPHITE (MAY CONTAIN PITS & STEMS)), WHOLE GLACE CHERRIES (CHERRIES, GLUCOSE, GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE, CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (MINT GREEN OR RED 40 AND YELLOW 5/TARTRAZINE), ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE, SULPHUR DIOXIDE), EGGS, CANOLA OIL, WALNUTS, ALMOND, WATER, RAISINS, RUM FLAVOR (PROPYLENE GLYCOL, WATER, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), BRANDY, CINNAMON, NUTMEG, GINGER
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Fruitcake is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 100.0.
Fruitcake has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 100.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Fruitcake contains 70.6g carbs, 45.9g sugars, 2.4g fiber, and 5.9g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in 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 Fruitcake into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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