Babyfood, dinner, spaghetti and tomato and meat, junior & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 4.7 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 4.7/100g · GI 45.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
Key Nutrition Data
How This Version Compares
The glycemic load figure (4.7 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 2.1-4.9 per 100g. On sugar, this version lands mid-range: 2.7 per 100g, inside a family spread of 0 to 6.1 per 100g.
Within this Babyfood family (39 versions), GL per 100g spans 2.1 to 4.9 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Compare directly with Beef with vegetables, Vegetables and dumplings and beef, Pasta with vegetables.
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Babyfood, meat, turkey sticks, junior & diabetes →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 85g | 9.7g | 4.0 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 170g | 19.4g | 8.0 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 340g | 38.8g | 16.0 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Tips for Enjoying It
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
💡 Fiber Is Your Friend
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate absorption. Aim for at least 3g of fiber per serving of carbohydrate foods.
Quick Answers
Is dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior good for diabetes?
dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior is rated diabetes-friendly (GL 4.7) based on available glycemic data. A standard serving is unlikely to cause a sharp blood glucose rise, but individual responses differ.
What is the glycemic load of dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior?
GL = 4.7 per 100g for dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior falls into the Low category.
How does dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior affect blood sugar?
After eating dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior, you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 4.7 means a gentle rise. This can vary based on what else you eat with it.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 45.6 for dinner spaghetti and tomato and meat junior is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Baby Foods category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 45.6 — subcategory_avg:Baby Foods. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 170.0g) = 4.7 × 170.0 ÷ 100 = 8.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 173492. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Babyfood, dinner, spaghetti and tomato and meat, junior — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/babyfood-dinner-spaghetti-and-tomato-and-meat-junior/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.