Blood Sugar Impact of Frosted Shredded Wheat
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. However, the fiber content may help slow sugar absorption.
Key Nutrients
Per 52.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 11.0g |
| Fiber | 5.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 52.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 26.0g 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:
WHOLE WHEAT, SUGAR, GELATIN, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: REDUCED IRON, NIACINAMIDE, ZINC (ZINC OXIDE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE MONONITRATE), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN).
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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.
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Added Sugar
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SUGAR
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High GI Carb
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SUGAR
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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
Frosted Shredded Wheat is a food product in the cereal category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 72.7.
Frosted Shredded Wheat has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 72.7. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Frosted Shredded Wheat contains 80.8g carbs, 21.2g sugars, 9.6g fiber, and 7.7g 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 Frosted Shredded Wheat into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Frosted Shredded Wheat compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cereal category for alternatives.