SoulFoodSwaps

Soul Food Nutrition Lookup

See the blood sugar impact of any soul food dish — and the swaps that let you keep eating what you love.

Whole Orange

Moderate
Impact: low

Carbs / serving

15g

Fiber / serving

3g

Glycemic Index

43

Serving

1 medium

In context

Carbs: about 25-33% of a typical diabetes-friendly meal allowance — like eating a small apple
Fiber: about 11% of the daily recommended intake — roughly the amount in a half-cup of cooked collard greens
Glycemic Index: low, at 43 — like a serving of rolled oats

Recipe Intelligence

very low protein content
good source of natural roughage
instant enjoyment with no work
not suitable for freezing
sweet and easy for little hands
impossible to mess up
grab-and-go convenience
refreshing and familiar

Why it can spike blood sugar

The natural sugar content in citrus can impact blood glucose, though the fiber in the whole fruit provides some protection.

Blood-sugar-friendly swaps

Strawberries

Fresh Berries

Cooking tips

1. Peel 1 medium orange and consume the whole segments to ensure maximum fiber intake. 2. Never consume as juice, as fiber is removed and the spike will be significantly faster.

Why the swaps are better

Fiber slows sugar absorption

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Diabetes-conscious meal-planning support — not medical advice. Portion and carbohydrate information is provided for planning purposes. Use alongside guidance from your clinician or dietitian.