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Croissant

Croissant

Carb Check

Carbs
45g
Carbs
Fiber
2.1g
Fiber
Net Carbs
42.9g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
18.0g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
70
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
12.6
Glycemic Load

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
No
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
No

pH Check

Croissant
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Croissant

  • Nutrient
    g
  • Water
    10.0g
  • Fiber
    2.1g
  • Carbs
    45.0g
  • Fat
    33.0g
  • Protein
    7.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

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

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.

A croissant is a flaky and buttery pastry known for its rich taste and texture. It is moderately high in carbohydrates and sodium, with a GI of 70, indicating it may not be ideal for strict low-carb regimens.

  • Total carbohydrates: 45g per serving
  • Dietary fiber: 2.1g per serving
  • Glycemic Index (GI): 70
  • GL: 12.6 per serving
  • High in sodium, providing over 60% of RDA

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
210 μg
Vitamin C
0.001 mg
Vitamin B 1 (Thiamine)
0.09 mg
Vitamin B 2 (Riboflavin)
0.14 mg
Vitamin B 6 (Pyridoxine)
0.06 mg
Beta-Carotene (ß-Carotene)
240 μg

Mineral Check

Sodium
940 mg
Calcium
50 mg
Iron
0.7 mg
Potassium
145 mg
Magnesium
20 mg
Phosphorus
110 mg
Zinc
0.7 mg

Allergen Check

Fructose
Traces
Lactose
Low
Gluten
High
Soy
Traces
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

Is Croissant keto?

Croissants are generally not keto-friendly due to their carbohydrate content of 45g per serving. While their buttery flavor is appealing, the relatively high carb content and low fiber do not align with the macronutrient distribution required for a ketogenic diet.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Croissant

Croissants have a Glycemic Index (GI) of 70 and a Glycemic Load (GL) of 12.6, reflecting a substantial impact on blood sugar levels. This makes them less ideal for people who need to control their glucose levels, such as diabetics or those following a low-GI diet.