Blood Sugar Impact of General Tso's Chicken
General Tso's Chicken has a BSI score of 31.6, indicating high blood sugar impact. Contains 17.7g carbs, 1.2g fiber, 5.1g protein per serving. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 255.0g servingGeneral tso's chicken contains 45.0g of carbs, 8.0g of sugar, 13.0g of protein, 8.0g of fat, and 3.1g of fiber per 255.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g |
| Protein | 13.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
General tso's chicken contains 17.7g of carbs, 3.1g of sugar, and 1.2g of fiber per 255.0 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 255.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 33.9g 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:
SAUCE (WATER, REDUCED SODIUM SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID], SUGAR, GREEN ONIONS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALTED MIRIN WINE [SAKE (WATER, RICE, KOJI [ASPERGILLUS ORYZAE]), SUGAR, WATER, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT], SHERRY WINE [SHERRY WINE, SALT, SULFITES], GARLIC, SOYBEAN OIL, ROASTED SESAME OIL, SALTED CHILI PEPPER [CHILI PEPPERS, SALT], GINGER, SESAME SEEDS, XANTHAN GUM, DEHYDRATED CHILE DE ARBOL PEPPERS, ONION JUICE CONCENTRATE, RICE VINEGAR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY AND CORN PROTEIN, ACETIC ACID, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, FLAVORING, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, GARLIC POWDER, TURMERIC), COOKED ENRICHED RICE (WATER, ENRICHED WHITE RICE [WHITE RICE, IRON, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID]), COOKED SESAME FLAVORED BREADED CHICKEN TENDERLOINS (CHICKEN TENDERLOINS, WATER, SESAME SEASONING [SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR, DRIED SOY SAUCE (SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), CHICKEN STOCK, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SESAME OIL, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, GINGER, CHICKEN FAT, NATURAL FLAVOR], ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN WITH LESS THAN 2% SOY LECITHIN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR [MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SILICON DIOXIDE, AND LACTIC ACID] LEAVENING [SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE], DRIED GARLIC, YEAST, DRIED ONION, SOYBEAN OIL), BROCCOLI, RED BELL PEPPERS.
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SAUCE (WATER, REDUCED SODIUM SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID], SUGAR, GREEN ONIONS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALTED MIRIN WINE [SAKE (WATER, RICE, KOJI [ASPERGILLUS ORYZAE]), SUGAR, WATER, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT], SHERRY WINE [SHERRY WINE, SALT, SULFITES], GARLIC, SOYBEAN OIL, ROASTED SESAME OIL, SALTED CHILI PEPPER [CHILI PEPPERS, SALT], GINGER, SESAME SEEDS, XANTHAN GUM, DEHYDRATED CHILE DE ARBOL PEPPERS, ONION JUICE CONCENTRATE, RICE VINEGAR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY AND CORN PROTEIN, ACETIC ACID, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, FLAVORING, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, GARLIC POWDER, TURMERIC), COOKED ENRICHED RICE (WATER, ENRICHED WHITE RICE [WHITE RICE, IRON, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID]), COOKED SESAME FLAVORED BREADED CHICKEN TENDERLOINS (CHICKEN TENDERLOINS, WATER, SESAME SEASONING [SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR, DRIED SOY SAUCE (SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), CHICKEN STOCK, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SESAME OIL, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, GINGER, CHICKEN FAT, NATURAL FLAVOR], ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN WITH LESS THAN 2% SOY LECITHIN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR [MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SILICON DIOXIDE, AND LACTIC ACID] LEAVENING [SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE], DRIED GARLIC, YEAST, DRIED ONION, SOYBEAN OIL), BROCCOLI, RED BELL PEPPERS.
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General Tso's Chicken is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 82.6.
General Tso's Chicken has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 82.6. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
General Tso's Chicken contains 17.7g carbs, 3.1g sugars, 1.2g fiber, and 5.1g 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 General Tso's Chicken into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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