Rusk
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 73gCarbs
- Fiber
- 3.5gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 69.5gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 7.3gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 70Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 5.1Glycemic 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
- No
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- No
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Rusk
- Water8.0g
- Fiber3.5g
- Carbs73.0g
- Fat4.0g
- Protein10.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Low
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Moderate
- Oxalate
- Low
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Low
- 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.
Rusk is a type of hard, twice-baked bread enriched in minerals, notably iron and zinc. While nutritionally beneficial, its high carbohydrate content and glycemic index may conflict with low-carb dietary goals.
- GI: 70, GL: 5.1
- Carbohydrates: 73g per serving
- Fiber: 3.5g moderate fiber content
- Very rich in iron and other minerals, like phosphorus and zinc
Is Rusk keto?
Rusk is generally unsuitable for a ketogenic diet due to its high levels of carbohydrates (73g per serving). The ketogenic diet emphasizes substantial cuts in carb intake to maintain ketosis, making rusk an impractical choice.
Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Rusk
Rusk presents a notable carbohydrate impact, with a glycemic index (GI) of 70 and a glycemic load of 5.1. Such indices indicate an ability to rapidly elevate blood sugar levels, necessitating cautious inclusion in diets, especially for those focused on blood sugar control.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 0
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.13
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.07
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.09
- Beta-Carotene
- 0
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 660
- Calcium
- 40
- Iron
- 1.5
- Potassium
- 160
- Magnesium
- 15
- Phosphorus
- 130
- Zinc
- 0.7
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- High
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 0 |
| CalciumMineral | 40 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 73 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 4 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 3.5 |
| IronMineral | 1.5 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 15 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 130 |
| PotassiumMineral | 160 |
| ProteinMacro | 10 |
| SodiumMineral | 660 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.13 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.07 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.09 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 0 |
| WaterMacro | 8 |
| ZincMineral | 0.7 |
