Blood Sugar Impact of Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas
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 113.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 11.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 31.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, PLANTAINS, CHEDDAR CHEESE+ (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, [ANTI-CAKING ADDED]), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE+ (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, POWDERED CELLULOSE [ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING]), PALM OIL, WATER, GORGONZOLA CHEESE+ ([PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, SEA SALT, CELLULOSE [TO PREVENT CAKING], CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES, PENICILLIUM ROQUEFORTI), EGGS+, SUGAR, SEA SALT.
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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 |
|---|---|
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🍭
Added Sugar
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SUGAR
|
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
MILK
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🫧
Fat
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OIL*
|
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🍚
High GI Carb
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SUGAR
|
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🌿
Natural
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CHEESE
MILK
SALT
SEA SALT
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💪
Protein
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CHEESE
MILK
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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
SEA SALT
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Food Tags
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas is a food product in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 61.0.
Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 61.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas contains 30.1g carbs, 0.9g sugars, 1.8g fiber, and 9.7g 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 Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Sweet Plantain & Cheese Empanadas compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category for alternatives.