Blood Sugar Impact of Pumpkin Cake
Pumpkin Cake has a BSI score of 85.8, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 45.0g carbs, 32.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 81.0g servingPumpkin cake contains 45.0g of carbs, 32.0g of sugar, 0.0g of protein, 14.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 81.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 32.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pumpkin cake contains 55.6g of carbs, 39.5g of sugar, and 1.2g of fiber per 81.0 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 81.0 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:
SUGAR, BLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL), WHOLE EGGS, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, PUMPKIN, CREAM CHEESE (MILK, CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, CAROB BEAN GUM), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: DEXTROSE, NONFAT DRY MILK, CREAM CHEESE POWDER [CREAM CHEESE SOLIDS (CREAM, NONFAT MILK, SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE), NATURAL FLAVOR], DECORATIVE ORANGE CURLS (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, MILK POWDER, WHEY, LACTOSE, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICE AND COLOR), EMULSIFIER (NONFAT DRY MILK, DISTILLED PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOSTEARATE, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SOY LECITHIN), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH (CORN, TAPIOCA), DRIED EGG WHITES, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, MOLASSES, SODIUM BICARBONATE, ACIDIC SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, SPICE, MONOGLYCERIDES, EMULSIFIER (PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONO- AND DIESTERS OF FATS AND FATTY ACIDS, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, PRESERVATIVES [BHT, CITRIC ACID]), PROPYLENE GLYCOL, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (MILK), GUAR GUM, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM, BENZOIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, VANILLIN, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM CASEINATE (MILK), SOY FLOUR.
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| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
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Acidifier
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LACTIC ACID
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🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
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❓
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
CREAM
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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🌡️
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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CHEESE
CREAM
EGG
MILK
SALT
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🧪
Preservative
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LACTIC ACID
PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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💪
Protein
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CHEESE
CREAM
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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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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Pumpkin Cake is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 85.8.
Pumpkin Cake has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 85.8. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pumpkin Cake contains 55.6g carbs, 39.5g sugars, 1.2g fiber, and 0.0g 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 Pumpkin Cake into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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