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Candied lemon peel

Candied lemon peel

Carb Check

Carbs
70g
Carbs
Fiber
2.3g
Fiber
Net Carbs
67.7g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
7.0g
Carbs per Portion
GI Estimate
High (56-70)
GI Estimate

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
No
Keto
No
Carnivore
No
Paleo
No
Slow Carb
No
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
No

pH Check

Candied lemon peel
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Candied lemon peel

  • Nutrient
    g
  • Water
    26.0g
  • Fiber
    2.3g
  • Carbs
    70.0g
  • Fat
    0.0g
  • Protein
    0.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
Low
Purine
Not present
Tyramine
Low
FODMAP
Very High
Oxalate
Low
Goitrogen
Low
Sulfite
Low
Nitrate
Not present
Antioxidants
Moderate

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

Candied lemon peel is noted for its high sugar and carbohydrate content, with some beneficial minerals like calcium. It adds sweetness and a unique flavor but should be consumed cautiously in a low-carb diet.

  • High in calcium.
  • Low potassium content.
  • Contains 70 grams of carbohydrates, primarily sugars.
  • Provides moderate iron levels.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0 μg
Vitamin C
4 mg
Vitamin B 1 (Thiamine)
0.02 mg
Vitamin B 2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
Vitamin B 6 (Pyridoxine)
0.06 mg
Beta-Carotene (ß-Carotene)
200 μg

Mineral Check

Sodium
5 mg
Calcium
40 mg
Iron
0.3 mg
Potassium
50 mg
Magnesium
5 mg
Phosphorus
4 mg
Zinc
0.001 mg

Allergen Check

Fructose
High
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
Not present
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

Is Candied lemon peel keto?

Candied lemon peel is generally not ketogenic-friendly due to its high sugar and carbohydrate levels, at 70 grams per serving. These levels exceed the typical carb allowance on a ketogenic diet, making it an unsuitable snack for those in ketosis.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Candied lemon peel

While specific GI values are not provided, the high carbohydrate and sugar content of candied lemon peel can result in significant increases in blood glucose levels. This makes it less suitable for people managing their glycemic load.