Sweets
Jam: carbohydrate content
Typical portion
1 tablespoon (≈20 g)
Carbs
≈13gestimate
12–14 g · 65 g per 100 gEffect on glucose
raises quickly
Why it affects your glucose
Almost pure sugar — raises glucose very quickly.
How to eat it better
Start with salad, take a smaller portion and walk for 10–15 minutes after eating. Choose unsweetened tea instead of sugary drinks.
Confidence: reliable · USDA FoodData Central
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