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Meatloaf

Meatloaf

Carb Check

Carbs
5g
Carbs
Fiber
0.2g
Fiber
Net Carbs
4.8g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
12.5g
Carbs per Portion
GI Estimate
Medium (40-55)
GI Estimate

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
Yes
Keto
No
Carnivore
No
Paleo
No
Slow Carb
No
Vegan
No
Vegetarian
No
Low FODMAP
Yes

pH Check

Meatloaf
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Meatloaf

  • Water
    70.0g
  • Fiber
    0.2g
  • Carbs
    5.0g
  • Fat
    10.0g
  • Protein
    13.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
Moderate
Purine
Moderate
Tyramine
Moderate
FODMAP
Moderate
Oxalate
Not present
Goitrogen
Not present
Sulfite
Low
Nitrate
Low
Antioxidants
Low

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

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Meatloaf is a low-carb option with just 5g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it well suited for ketogenic and low-carb eating plans. Per 100g it provides 163 kcal, 13g of protein, and 10g of fat. Its fiber content of 0.2g per 100g supports digestive health. Meatloaf is also a good source of Sodium (77mg).

  • Net carbs: 4.8 g
  • Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Sodium: 290 mg
  • Zinc: 2.3
  • Phosphorus: 120
  • Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 0.1

Meatloaf is keto-friendly with just 5g of carbs per 100g. A standard portion of 250g delivers 12.5g of carbohydrates, which fits comfortably within a daily keto macro target. With 13g of protein and 10g of fat per 100g, Meatloaf provides a solid macronutrient profile for a low-carb lifestyle. It is recommended as a regular part of a ketogenic or low-carb plan.

Meatloaf has a glycemic index (GI) of , indicating a low carb impact on blood sugar. The glycemic load (GL) is , reflecting the overall blood glucose effect from a standard serving of 250g. With 5g of carbs per 100g, Meatloaf produces a measured glycemic response.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
40
13% RDA
Vitamin C
1
3% RDA
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.14
32% RDA
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.15
27% RDA
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.14
25% RDA
Beta-Carotene
60
3% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 250g serving.

Mineral Check

Sodium
740
77% RDA
Calcium
15
5% RDA
Iron
1.2
21% RDA
Potassium
170
21% RDA
Magnesium
15
10% RDA
Phosphorus
120
43% RDA
Zinc
2.3
57% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 250g serving.

Allergen Check

Fructose
Not present
Lactose
Low
Gluten
Low
Soy
Traces
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

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