Babyfood, dinner, vegetables and dumplings and beef, strained & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3.5 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3.5/100g · GI 45.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
How This Food Affects Blood Sugar
The Numbers at a Glance
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
The sugar figure here (0 per 100g) is the family's floor: well below the family average, where the variants run 0-6.1 per 100g. At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-fiber version in the Babyfood group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 2.1 per 100g.
Glycemic load across the 39-item Babyfood group runs 2.1 to 4.9 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Compare directly with Toddler, Strained, Strained.
Simple Ways to Balance 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.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 56g | 4.3g | 2.0 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 113g | 8.7g | 4.0 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 226g | 17.4g | 7.9 | Friendly |
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.
More Baby Foods to Compare
Alternatives to Consider
🍽️ Babyfood, meat, chicken, strained
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, chicken, strained & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, lamb, strained
GL 0.4/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, lamb, strained & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, meat sticks, junior
GL 0.4/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, meat sticks, junior & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, turkey sticks, junior
GL 0.5/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, turkey sticks, junior & diabetes →Frequently Asked Questions
Is dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained good for diabetes?
Yes, dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained shows a low glycemic load (3.5), which suggests it is a lower-impact option. This is based on published GI data — consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.
What is the glycemic load of dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained?
GL = 3.5 per 100g for dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained falls into the Low category.
How quickly does dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained raise blood sugar?
After eating dinner vegetables and dumplings and beef strained, you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 3.5 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 vegetables and dumplings and beef strained 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.
Where This Data Comes From
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, 113.0g) = 3.5 × 113.0 ÷ 100 = 4.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 172256. 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, vegetables and dumplings and beef, strained — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/babyfood-dinner-vegetables-and-dumplings-and-beef-strained/
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.