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Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry)

Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry)

Carb Check

Carbs
35g
Carbs
Fiber
1.6g
Fiber
Net Carbs
33.4g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
52.5g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
55
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
28.9
Glycemic Load

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

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Diet Check

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

pH Check

Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry)
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry)

  • Water
    50.0g
  • Fiber
    1.6g
  • Carbs
    35.0g
  • Fat
    9.0g
  • Protein
    3.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

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

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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.

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Fruitcake with shortcrust pastry provides a flavorful treat with a lower glycemic index of 55, making it marginally better in terms of blood sugar impacts. However, its carbohydrate content of 35g is likely too high for strict low-carb diet followers.

  • Total carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1.6g
  • GI: 55
  • GL: 28.9
  • Contains low levels of sodium, calcium, and iron

Is Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry) keto?

Fruitcake with shortcrust pastry is not suitable for a ketogenic diet due to its 35g carbohydrate content. Despite a lower glycemic index, its high carbohydrate level prevents it from fitting within the low-carb restrictions of keto diets.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Fruitcake (shortcrust pastry)

The fruitcake with shortcrust pastry has a moderate glycemic index of 55 but a high glycemic load of 28.9. This combination suggests it could cause a substantial impact on blood sugar levels, requiring cautious consumption for those sensitive to carbohydrate spikes.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
60
11% RDA
Vitamin C
2
4% RDA
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.03
4% RDA
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03
3% RDA
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.03
3% RDA
Beta-Carotene
70
2% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.

Mineral Check

Sodium
130
8% RDA
Calcium
10
2% RDA
Iron
0.6
6% RDA
Potassium
150
11% RDA
Magnesium
10
4% RDA
Phosphorus
50
11% RDA
Zinc
0.3
5% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.

Allergen Check

Fructose
Moderate
Lactose
Low
Gluten
High
Soy
Traces
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

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