Blood Sugar Impact of Lemon Cake, Lemon
Lemon Cake, Lemon has a BSI score of 96.8, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 50.0g carbs, 32.0g sugar, 3.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 99.0g servingLemon cake, lemon contains 50.0g of carbs, 32.0g of sugar, 3.0g of protein, 17.0g of fat, and 0.0g of fiber per 99.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g |
| Sugars | 32.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Lemon cake, lemon contains 50.5g of carbs, 32.3g of sugar, and 0.0g of fiber per 99.0 Gg 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 99.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
CAKE MIX( SUGAR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR BLEACHED [FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], FOOD STARCH- MODIFIED, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: DEFATTED SOY FLOUR, EGGS, LEAVENING [BAKING SODA, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE], MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONO- AND DIESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, SALT, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, WHEY), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, WHOLE EGGS, POWDERED SUGAR (SUGAR, CORNSTARCH), SUGAR, LEMON JUICE, LEMON PEEL (LEMON PEEL, WATER, CITRIC ACID), CORN SYRUP, WHITE CHOCOLATE CURL WHITE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, SOY LECITHIN [AN EMULSIFIER], NATURAL VANILLA EXTRACT), EGG EXTENDER(WHEAT FLOUR, EGGS, SOY OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, SOYA LECITHIN, SALT, SODIUM BICARBONATE, ANNATTO, TURMERIC), GLYCERINE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, INVERTED SUGAR, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SHORTENING (CANOLA OIL, PALM OIL), ICING STABILIZER (SUGAR, CALCIUM CARBONATE, AGAR, SALT, MONOGLYCERIDES), PALM OIL, ICING STABILIZER (DEXTROSE, CALCIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, AGAR AGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS LOCUST BEAN GUM, MONO- & DIGLYCERIDES), ICING STABILIZER (DEXTROSE, CALCIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, AGAR AND 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, TITANIUM DIOXIDE [COLOR], LOCUST BEAN GUM, CORN STARCH, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM ALUMINOSILICATE [FLOW AID]), PRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM PROPIONATE), YELLOW COLOR (WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, GLYCERENE, FD&C YELLOW 5 [E 102], SUGAR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CARRAGEENAN, PRESERVATIVES [SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE], XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR).
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Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
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🐄
Animal Product
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EGG
MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
YELLOW 5*
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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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GUM*
STARCH*
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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
MILK
SALT
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Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
BENZOATE*
PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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Protein
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EGG
MILK
WHEY
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🧫
Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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Refined Carb
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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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BENZOATE*
PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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⚗️
Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
YELLOW 5*
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Food Tags
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Lemon Cake, Lemon is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 96.8.
Lemon Cake, Lemon has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 96.8. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Lemon Cake, Lemon contains 50.5g carbs, 32.3g sugars, 0.0g fiber, and 3.0g 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 Lemon Cake, Lemon into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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