Danish pastry dough
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Danish pastry dough has a glycemic index of 75, which classifies it as a high GI food. With a glycemic load of 34 per 100g, it has a significant impact on blood sugar.
Compared to other sweets, Danish pastry dough ranks among the highest in glycemic index.
Danish pastry dough may cause rapid blood sugar spikes and is best consumed in small portions.
Logi Score: 2/10
Why this score?
- ✓ Contains some protein
- ✓ Provides small amount of fiber
- ✗ Very high glycemic load and index
- ✗ High in saturated fat and added sugars
- ✗ Highly processed
Processing Level
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 45g |
| Sugars (Total) | 13g |
| Natural | 3.0g |
| Added | 10g |
| Fiber | 1.5g |
| Soluble | 0.5g |
| Insoluble | 1g |
| Protein | 7g |
| Fat | 22g |
| Saturated | 13g |
| Unsaturated | 8g |
| Sodium | 370mg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Danish pastry dough?
Danish pastry dough has a glycemic index of 75, which classifies it as a high GI food. With a glycemic load of 34 per 100g, it has a significant impact on blood sugar.
Is Danish pastry dough good for people with insulin resistance?
Danish pastry dough has a high glycemic index (75), which means it causes rapid blood sugar spikes. People with insulin resistance should limit their intake or combine it with low-GI foods.
How does Danish pastry dough affect blood sugar?
Danish pastry dough has a glycemic load of 34 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels. The glycemic load accounts for both the quality and quantity of carbohydrates.
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