Blood Sugar Impact of General Tso's Spicy Chicken
General Tso's Spicy Chicken has a BSI score of 100.0, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 67.0g carbs, 17.0g sugar, 4.1g fiber, 14.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 312.0g servingGeneral tso's spicy chicken contains 67.0g of carbs, 17.0g of sugar, 14.0g of protein, 10.0g of fat, and 4.1g of fiber per 312.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 67.0g |
| Sugars | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 4.1g |
| Protein | 14.0g |
| Fat | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
General tso's spicy chicken contains 21.5g of carbs, 5.5g of sugar, and 1.3g of fiber per 312.0 GRMg 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 312.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 45.9g 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:
VEGETABLES: BROCCOLI, CARROTS, RED BELL PEPPERS, ONIONS. FRIED RICE: WATER, RICE, MIRIN (WATER, MIRIN [RICE, ALCOHOL, SALT, ENZYME, KOJI], SUGAR, LACTIC ACID), SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, WHEAT), CANOLA OIL, ONIONS, GINGER, SESAME SEED OIL, SUGAR, KELP EXTRACT (KELP EXTRACT, DEXTRIN, WATER, SALT, ALCOHOL, XANTHAN GUM), GARLIC. GENERAL TSO SAUCE: WATER, SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR), SAKE (WATER, RICE, SALT), SUGAR, TAPIOCA SYRUP, FRUCTOSE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SEASONING (FLAVOR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, YEAST, YEAST EXTRACT, CANOLA OIL), CITRIC ACID, CHICKEN BROTH, VINEGAR, SESAME SEEDS, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, XANTHAN GUM. COOKED BREADED CHICKEN BREAST NUGGETS: CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, CORN STARCH, RICE STARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: DEXTROSE, SALT, SUNFLOWER OIL, RICE FLOUR, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), SEA SALT, SEASONING (SEA SALT, TURBINADO SUGAR, SODIUM CARBONATE, NATURAL FLAVORING), YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SPICES, SUGAR, YEAST, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, YEAST EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM. BREADING IS SET IN VEGETABLE OIL.
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SEA SALT
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SALT
SEA SALT
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General Tso's Spicy Chicken is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 100.0.
General Tso's Spicy Chicken has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 100.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
General Tso's Spicy Chicken contains 21.5g carbs, 5.5g sugars, 1.3g fiber, and 4.5g 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 Spicy Chicken into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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