Blood Sugar Impact of Glazed Donuts
Glazed Donuts has a BSI score of 36.6, indicating significant blood sugar impact. Contains 20.0g carbs, 8.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber, 2.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause noticeable blood sugar increase. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 43.0g servingGlazed donuts contains 20.0g of carbs, 8.0g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 8.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 43.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Glazed donuts contains 46.5g of carbs, 18.6g of sugar, and 2.3g of fiber per 43.0 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 43.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 11.0g 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:
ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, PALM OIL, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CORNSTARCH, DOUGH CONDITIONER (LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE), SOY FLOUR, WHEY, SALT, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, GUAR GUM, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SOY LECITHIN, ASCORBIC ACID, COLORED WITH TURMERIC AND ANNATTO, UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR, ENZYMES, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), YEAST, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, VEGETABLE GUM (AGAR, LOCUST BEAN GUM), DEXTROSE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, ANTIOXIDANTS (TOCOPHEROLS, CITRIC ACID), PALM OIL WITH LECITHIN, MALTODEXTRIN, RICE STARCH, NATURAL FLAVOR, CINNAMON, EGG
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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❓
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Animal Product
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EGG
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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Emulsifier
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GUM*
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Fat
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OIL*
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Filler
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MALTODEXTRIN
GUM*
STARCH*
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Flavor Additive
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Functional Ingredient
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WHEY
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High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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Natural
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EGG
SALT
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Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
PRESERVATIVE*
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🏭
Processed
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MALTODEXTRIN
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Protein
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EGG
WHEY
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Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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Refined Carb
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MALTODEXTRIN
FLOUR*
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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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Synthetic
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PRESERVATIVE*
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
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Food Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Glazed Donuts is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 36.6.
Glazed Donuts has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 36.6. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Glazed Donuts contains 46.5g carbs, 18.6g sugars, 2.3g fiber, and 4.7g 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 Glazed Donuts into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Glazed Donuts compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category for alternatives.