Blood Sugar Impact of Italian Gelato
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 83.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 21.6g |
| Sugars | 19.1g |
| Fiber | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.7g |
| Fat | 6.5g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 83.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.5g 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:
PASTEURIZED WHOLE FRESH MILK (54%), SUGAR, CREAM (13%), GLUCOSE SYRUP, EGG YOLK (3%), LACTOSE, MILK PROTEINS, DEXTROSE, EMULSIFIERS: MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS, STABILIZERS: LOCUST BEAN FLOUR, GUAR GUM, CARRAGEENAN; VANILLA EXTRACT (0, 05%), FLAVOR.
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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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🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
GLUCOSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
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🐄
Animal Product
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CREAM
EGG
MILK
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🔄
Emulsifier
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GUM*
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⬜
Filler
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GUM*
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🍚
High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
GLUCOSE
SUGAR
|
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🌿
Natural
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CREAM
EGG
MILK
|
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💪
Protein
|
CREAM
EGG
MILK
|
|
🥖
Refined Carb
|
FLOUR*
|
Food Tags
These tags help categorize Italian Gelato 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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Italian Gelato is a food product in the ice cream & frozen yogurt category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 42.4.
Italian Gelato has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 42.4. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Italian Gelato contains 26.0g carbs, 23.0g sugars, 0.0g fiber, and 3.3g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Italian Gelato into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Italian Gelato compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the ice cream & frozen yogurt category for alternatives.