Puffed wheat
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 71gCarbs
- Fiber
- 8.8gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 62.2gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 35.5gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 80Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 28.4Glycemic Load
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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
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Puffed wheat
- Water2.0g
- Fiber8.8g
- Carbs71.0g
- Fat1.0g
- Protein14.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Low
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Very High
- Oxalate
- Low
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- Low
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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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Compare nutrients • 10 quick questions
Puffed wheat is a high-carb food rich in fiber and essential minerals like iron and magnesium. It offers some nutritional benefits but is not particularly low in carbohydrates.
- Contains 71g of carbohydrates per serving
- High in fiber with 8.8g per serving
- Provides high levels of iron and magnesium
- Low sodium content
Is Puffed wheat keto?
Puffed wheat is not recommended for a ketogenic diet due to its high carbohydrate content. Despite being a good source of fiber and other nutrients, its 71g of carbs per serving will inhibit the state of ketosis necessary for a keto regimen.
Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Puffed wheat
Puffed wheat has a high glycemic index (GI) of 80 and a glycemic load (GL) of 28.4, which may lead to quick spikes in blood sugar levels. Given its high GI, it's less suitable for individuals managing their glucose intake than other whole-grain options.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 0
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.2
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.06
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.14
- Beta-Carotene
- 0
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 50g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 10
- Calcium
- 25
- Iron
- 4.4
- Potassium
- 390
- Magnesium
- 140
- Phosphorus
- 350
- Zinc
- 2.8
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 50g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Low
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- High
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 377 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 0 |
| CalciumMineral | 25 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 71 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 1 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 8.8 |
| IronMineral | 4.4 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 140 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 350 |
| PotassiumMineral | 390 |
| ProteinMacro | 14 |
| SodiumMineral | 10 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.2 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.06 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.14 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 0 |
| WaterMacro | 2 |
| ZincMineral | 2.8 |
