Blood Sugar Impact of Pesto Genovese
This food has a low impact on blood sugar and is likely to provide stable energy. The high fat content makes this a good choice for stable blood sugar.
Key Nutrients
Per 30.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 30.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
FRESH BASIL 55%, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, GRANA PADANO CHEESE (CONTAINS LYSOZIME DERIVED FROM EGG), CASHEW NUTS, POTATOES, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SALT, PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE, SUGAR, PINE KERNELS, GARLIC, ACIDITY REGULATOR: GLUCONO DELTA LACTONE.
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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.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
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Added Sugar
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SUGAR
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
EGG
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🫧
Fat
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OIL*
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High GI Carb
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SUGAR
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Natural
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CHEESE
EGG
SALT
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Protein
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CHEESE
EGG
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Refined Fat
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OIL*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
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Food Tags
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Pesto Genovese is a food product in the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 3.8.
Pesto Genovese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 3.8. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pesto Genovese contains 10.0g carbs, 6.7g sugars, 3.3g fiber, and 3.3g protein per 100g.
This food has a low blood sugar impact and is generally suitable for 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 Pesto Genovese into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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