Blood Sugar Impact of Pound Cake, Lemon
Pound Cake, Lemon has a BSI score of 84.8, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 45.0g carbs, 28.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber, 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 79.0g servingPound cake, lemon contains 45.0g of carbs, 28.0g of sugar, 3.0g of protein, 15.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 79.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 28.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pound cake, lemon contains 57.0g of carbs, 35.4g of sugar, and 1.3g of fiber per 79.0 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 79.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g 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:
SUGAR, WATER, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL, EGGS, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CORN SYRUP, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OIL, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, MONOGLYCERIDES, TBHQ [PRESERVATIVE], CITRIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE]), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, ENRICHED FLOUR BLEACHED (WHEAT FLOUR, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM OIL, NONFAT MILK, WHEY, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE), PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OILS, CANOLA OIL AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL, EGG WHITES, CORNSTARCH, SALT, MONO-& DIGLYCERIDES, LEMON PEEL, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN & COTTONSEED OILS, SOY LECITHIN), WHEAT GLUTEN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, DEXTROSE, LEMON OIL, SOY FLOUR, SOY LECITHIN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CELLULOSE GUM, BETA-APO-8'-CAROTENAL (COLOR), SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), EGG YOLKS, CALCIUM SULFATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, LEMON PUREE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OIL AND/OR PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED CANOLA OIL, PECTIN, XANTHAN GUM, PHOSPHORIC ACID, AGAR-AGAR, LOCUST BEAN GUM, CITRIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), YELLOW 5, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), TURMERIC (COLOR), TBHQ (PRESERVATIVE), TOCOPHEROLS (PRESERVATIVE), ENZYMES, ETHYLALCOHOL.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
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Pound Cake, Lemon is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 84.8.
Pound Cake, Lemon has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 84.8. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pound Cake, Lemon contains 57.0g carbs, 35.4g sugars, 1.3g fiber, and 3.8g 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 Pound Cake, Lemon into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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