Blood Sugar Impact of Swedish Meatballs
Swedish Meatballs has a BSI score of 78.8, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 42.0g carbs, 5.0g sugar, 1.9g fiber, 15.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 241.0g servingSwedish meatballs contains 42.0g of carbs, 5.0g of sugar, 15.0g of protein, 8.0g of fat, and 1.9g of fiber per 241.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 1.9g |
| Protein | 15.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Swedish meatballs contains 17.4g of carbs, 2.1g of sugar, and 0.8g of fiber per 241.0 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 241.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 35.1g 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:
COOKED ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, DURUM SEMOLINA [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, COOKED SWEDISH STYLE MEATBALLS (BEEF, WATER, TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN [SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR], BREAD CRUMBS [ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR {NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID}, SALT, DURUM FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL SHORTENING, LEAVENING {SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE}, DEXTROSE, YEAST, SPICE EXTRACTIVE], SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, DRIED WHOLE EGGS, FLAVORINGS, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE POWDER {SALT, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE [VINEGAR, SUGAR, SALT, ONION, TOMATO, APPLE, CARAMEL COLOR, SPICES, YEAST EXTRACT], MALTODEXTRIN, SPICES, CARAMEL COLOR, GARLIC POWDER}, PAPRIKA, SPICE, NONFAT DRY MILK), HALF AND HALF (MILK AND CREAM), LESS THAN 2% OF SOUR CREAM (CULTURED CREAM, ENZYME), NONFAT DRY MILK, ONIONS, CHEESE FLAVOR (ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE AND BUTTER [CHEDDAR CHEESE {MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES}, BUTTER, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES], WHEY, BUTTERMILK SOLIDS, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, BEEF BASE (ROASTED BEEF AND CONCENTRATED BEEF STOCK, SALT, HYDROLYZED PLANT PROTEIN (SOY, CORN, WHEAT), CORN OIL, SUGAR, AUTO-LYZED YEAST, FLAVORING, MALTODEXTRIN, DRIED WHEY, DEXTROSE, CARAMEL COLOR), WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (WATER, VINEGAR, SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT], SUGAR, SALT, SPICES), DRY VERMOUTH WINE (WITH SALT, SORBATE), VEAL FLAVOR CONCENTRATE (VEAL STOCK CONCENTRATE, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR), CANOLA OIL, BEEF-TYPE FLAVOR (WATER, NATURAL FLAVOR, BEEF STOCK, SALT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, CORN STARCH), POT ROAST-TYPE FLAVOR (WATER, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, BEEF STOCK, BEEF FAT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, CORN STARCH, XANTHAN GUM), GRANULATED GARLIC, XANTHAN GUM, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, SPICES, PARSLEY FLAKES.
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LACTIC ACID
VINEGAR
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SUGAR
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Animal Product
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CREAM
MILK
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Emulsifier
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Functional Ingredient
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WHEY
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
SALT
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Preservative
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LACTIC ACID
VINEGAR
SORBATE*
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MALTODEXTRIN
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Protein
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
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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SORBATE*
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Swedish Meatballs is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 78.8.
Swedish Meatballs has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 78.8. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Swedish Meatballs contains 17.4g carbs, 2.1g sugars, 0.8g fiber, and 6.2g 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 Swedish Meatballs into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Swedish Meatballs compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen dinners & entrees category for alternatives.