Blood Sugar Impact of Pepperoni Pizza
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The fat content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 125.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 125.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
CRUST [WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, PALM OIL (PALM OIL, NATURAL FLAVOR, BETA CAROTENE {COLOR}), SALT, YEAST, NATURAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN], LOW MOISTURE WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE [LOW MOISTURE WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING)], SAUCE [TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), SEASONING (SALT, SUGAR, SPICES), EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL), PEPPERONI [PORK, BEEF, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF WATER, DEXTROSE, SPICES, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, OLEORESIN OF PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER, SODIUM NITRITE (PRESERVATIVE), BHA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), BHT (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), CITRIC ACID (TO PROTECT FLAVOR)], PARMESAN CHEESE [PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SLT, ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING)], SPICE.
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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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๐
Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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๐ญ
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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โ
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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๐
Animal Product
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CHEESE
MILK
|
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๐จ
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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๐ซง
Fat
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OIL*
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๐ก๏ธ
Flavor Additive
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
|
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๐
High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
|
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๐ฟ
Natural
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CHEESE
MILK
SALT
|
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๐งช
Preservative
|
CITRIC ACID
PRESERVATIVE*
|
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๐ช
Protein
|
CHEESE
MILK
|
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๐ฅ
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
|
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๐ฆ
Refined Fat
|
OIL*
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๐ง
Seasoning
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SALT
|
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๐ฌ
Synthetic
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PRESERVATIVE*
|
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โ๏ธ
Synthetic Additive
|
COLOR*
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Food Tags
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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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Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni is a food product in the pizza category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 40.0.
Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 40.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni contains 18.4g carbs, 2.4g sugars, 1.6g fiber, and 12.0g 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 Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the pizza category for alternatives.