Blood Sugar Impact of Hostess Twinkies Cereal
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 39.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 39.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 12.0g 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:
INGREDIENTS: DEXTROSE, SUGAR, CORN FLOUR, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (COCONUT AND PALM KERNEL OILS), WHEAT FLOUR, WHOLE GRAIN OAT FLOUR, SALT, CORN SYRUP, CANOLA OIL, CALCIUM CARBONATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, BHT ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (SOURCE OF IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), ZINC OXIDE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VITAMIN B5), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), FOLIC ACID.
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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 |
|---|---|
|
🍭
Added Sugar
|
DEXTROSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
|
|
🎨
Artificial Coloring
|
YELLOW 5*
|
|
🫧
Fat
|
OIL*
|
|
🍚
High GI Carb
|
DEXTROSE
SUGAR
|
|
🌿
Natural
|
SALT
|
|
🥖
Refined Carb
|
FLOUR*
|
|
💦
Refined Fat
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OIL*
|
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
|
|
⚗️
Synthetic Additive
|
YELLOW 5*
|
Food Tags
These tags help categorize Hostess Twinkies Cereal based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
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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
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Hostess Twinkies Cereal is a food product in the cereal category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 54.2.
Hostess Twinkies Cereal has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 54.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Hostess Twinkies Cereal contains 74.4g carbs, 41.0g sugars, 2.6g fiber, and 2.6g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Hostess Twinkies Cereal into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Hostess Twinkies Cereal compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cereal category for alternatives.