Diabetic-Friendly Meat & Poultry Guide

61 items classified under standard Diabetic-Friendly guidelines.

Diabetic-Friendly classifies foods based on glycemic impact and blood sugar effect. Of the 61 meat & poultry evaluated, 61 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 0 as Not Allowed.

Good news for Diabetic-Friendly followers: all meat & poultry fit the diet. These foods are low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.

Quick Reference

Food Status Total carbs (per 100g)
All-Beef Hot Dogs Allowed 23.4g
Apple Chicken Sausage Allowed 3.6g
Bacon Allowed 5.3g
Bacon Bits Allowed 28.6g
Beef Broth Allowed 16.1g
Beef Jerky Allowed 11g
Beef Sticks Allowed 0.8g
Bison Allowed 0.1g
Bologna Allowed 4.3g
Bratwurst Allowed 3g
Breakfast Sausage Allowed 71.8g
Canned Chicken Allowed 0.2g
Chicken Breast Allowed 0g
Chicken Broth Allowed 0.9g
Chicken Noodle Soup Allowed 6g
Chicken Nuggets Allowed 14.9g
Chicken Sausage Allowed 1.1g
Chicken Thighs Allowed 14.2g
Chicken Wings Allowed 7.2g
Chorizo Allowed 2.6g
Corn Dogs Allowed 27g
Corned Beef Allowed 0g
Deli Meat Allowed 3.5g
Deli Turkey Allowed 7.7g
Duck Allowed 3.5g
Fried Chicken Allowed 8.5g
Ground Beef Allowed 14.8g
Ground Pork Allowed 0g
Ground Turkey Allowed 0g
Ham Allowed 1.8g
Honey Roasted Turkey Allowed 30.3g
Hot Dogs Allowed 2.9g
Italian Sausage Allowed 2.2g
Jerky Sticks Allowed 68.4g
Lamb Allowed 0g
Liver Allowed 2.1g
Meatballs Allowed 8g
Pastrami Allowed 3.3g
Pepperoni Allowed 1.2g
Plain Beef Jerky Allowed 11g
Plain Chicken Sausage Allowed 3.6g
Plain Deli Turkey Allowed 7.7g
Pork Belly Allowed 0g
Pork Chops Allowed 0g
Pork Rinds Allowed 0g
Pork Tenderloin Allowed 0.1g
Prosciutto Allowed 0.3g
Pulled Pork Allowed 18.7g
Ribs Allowed 12.1g
Rotisserie Chicken Allowed 0.7g
Salami Allowed 1.2g
Smoked Sausage Allowed 4.7g
Steak Allowed 22g
Sugar-Cured Bacon Allowed 0g
Teriyaki Beef Jerky Allowed 15.6g
Turkey Bacon Allowed 4.2g
Turkey Breast Allowed 2.2g
Turkey Jerky Allowed 0g
Uncured Bacon Allowed 5.3g
Uncured Hot Dogs Allowed 23.4g
Venison Allowed 0g

Classification Breakdown

61 Allowed — These meat & poultry are low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response.

Diabetic-friendly eating focuses on glucose stability — total carbs per meal and absorption speed modified by fiber, fat, and protein.

Allowed Meat & Poultry (61)

All-Beef Hot Dogs

Allowed

At 23.4g total carbs per 100g, All-Beef Hot Dogs falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, all-beef hot dogs also provides 1090mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Steak at 22g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

91kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.5gFat
23.4gCarbs
Sugar
1.5gFiber

Compare All-Beef Hot Dogs across all diets

Apple Chicken Sausage

Allowed

At 3.6g total carbs per 100g, Apple Chicken Sausage falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 17.6g protein and 19.4g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Duck and Plain Chicken Sausage for total carbs, ranking 32 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

259kcalCalories
17.6gProtein
19.4gFat
3.6gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Apple Chicken Sausage across all diets

Bacon

Allowed

Bacon is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 5.3g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.7g protein and 29.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Smoked Sausage and Uncured Bacon for total carbs, ranking 37 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Pork Bacon (cooked)468kcal33.9g35.1g1.7g0g
Turkey Bacon (cooked)368kcal29.5g25.9g4.2g0g

Compare Bacon across all diets

Bacon Bits

Allowed

At 28.6g total carbs per 100g, Bacon Bits falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 32g protein and 25.9g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Corn Dogs at 27g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

476kcalCalories
32gProtein
25.9gFat
28.6gCarbs
Sugar
10.2gFiber

Compare Bacon Bits across all diets

Beef Broth

Allowed

Beef Broth is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 16.1g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 17.3g protein and 24000mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Teriyaki Beef Jerky at 15.6g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

170kcalCalories
17.3gProtein
4gFat
16.1gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Beef Broth across all diets

Beef Jerky

Allowed

With 11g total carbs per 100g, Beef Jerky earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, beef jerky also provides 33.2g protein and 25.6g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Fried Chicken and Plain Beef Jerky for total carbs, ranking 45 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

410kcalCalories
33.2gProtein
25.6gFat
11gCarbs
Sugar
1.8gFiber

Compare Beef Jerky across all diets

Beef Sticks

Allowed

At 0.8g total carbs per 100g, Beef Sticks falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 29.1g protein and 44.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Rotisserie Chicken and Chicken Broth for total carbs, ranking 17 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

517kcalCalories
29.1gProtein
44.2gFat
0.8gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Beef Sticks across all diets

Bison

Allowed

At 0.1g total carbs per 100g, Bison falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.2g protein and 7.2g fat per serving. Among the 61 items in this category, bison sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Pork Tenderloin at 0.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

146kcalCalories
20.2gProtein
7.2gFat
0.1gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Bison across all diets

Bologna

Allowed

Bologna is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 4.3g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 10.9g protein and 26.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Turkey Bacon and Smoked Sausage for total carbs, ranking 35 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

299kcalCalories
10.9gProtein
26.1gFat
4.3gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Bologna across all diets

Bratwurst

Allowed

Bratwurst is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 3g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 14.3g protein and 27.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Hot Dogs and Pastrami for total carbs, ranking 28 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

323kcalCalories
14.3gProtein
27.8gFat
3gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Bratwurst across all diets

Breakfast Sausage

Allowed

With 71.8g total carbs per 100g, Breakfast Sausage earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 9g fat and 311mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Jerky Sticks at 68.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

385kcalCalories
4gProtein
9gFat
71.8gCarbs
Sugar
1.8gFiber

Compare Breakfast Sausage across all diets

Canned Chicken

Allowed

Canned Chicken is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0.2g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 19.4g protein and 14.6g fat per serving. Among the 61 items in this category, canned chicken sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Prosciutto at 0.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

215kcalCalories
19.4gProtein
14.6gFat
0.2gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Canned Chicken across all diets

Chicken Breast

Allowed

At 0g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Breast falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 22.5g protein per serving. Among the 61 items in this category, chicken breast sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Corned Beef at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Raw120kcal22.5g2.6g0g0g
Cooked (roasted)157kcal32.1g3.2g0g0g

Compare Chicken Breast across all diets

Chicken Broth

Allowed

Chicken Broth is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0.9g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 25.3g protein and 8.1g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Beef Sticks and Chicken Sausage for total carbs, ranking 18 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

185kcalCalories
25.3gProtein
8.1gFat
0.9gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Chicken Broth across all diets

Chicken Noodle Soup

Allowed

At 6g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Noodle Soup falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 683mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Uncured Bacon and Chicken Wings for total carbs, ranking 39 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

47kcalCalories
2.4gProtein
1.5gFat
6gCarbs
Sugar
Fiber

Compare Chicken Noodle Soup across all diets

Chicken Nuggets

Allowed

At 14.9g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Nuggets falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, chicken nuggets also provides 15.9g protein and 20.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Ground Beef at 14.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

307kcalCalories
15.9gProtein
20.4gFat
14.9gCarbs
Sugar
0.9gFiber

Compare Chicken Nuggets across all diets

Chicken Sausage

Allowed

At 1.1g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Sausage falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, chicken sausage also provides 19.7g protein and 12.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Chicken Broth and Pepperoni for total carbs, ranking 19 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

193kcalCalories
19.7gProtein
12.2gFat
1.1gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Chicken Sausage across all diets

Chicken Thighs

Allowed

With 14.2g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Thighs earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, chicken thighs also provides 18.7g protein and 22.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Ribs at 12.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Skin-on (raw)221kcal16.5g16.6g0.3g0g
Skinless (raw)121kcal19.7g4.1g0g0g

Compare Chicken Thighs across all diets

Chicken Wings

Allowed

At 7.2g total carbs per 100g, Chicken Wings falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.6g protein and 20.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Chicken Noodle Soup and Deli Turkey for total carbs, ranking 40 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

294kcalCalories
18.6gProtein
20.6gFat
7.2gCarbs
Sugar
0.3gFiber

Compare Chicken Wings across all diets

Chorizo

Allowed

Chorizo is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 2.6g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 19.3g protein and 28.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Turkey Breast and Hot Dogs for total carbs, ranking 26 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

341kcalCalories
19.3gProtein
28.1gFat
2.6gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Chorizo across all diets

Corn Dogs

Allowed

With 27g total carbs per 100g, Corn Dogs earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 8.6g protein and 12g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Uncured Hot Dogs at 23.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

250kcalCalories
8.6gProtein
12gFat
27gCarbs
Sugar
1gFiber

Compare Corn Dogs across all diets

Corned Beef

Allowed

At 0g total carbs per 100g, Corned Beef falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, corned beef also provides 22.9g protein and 6.1g fat per 100g. Among the 61 items in this category, corned beef sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Ground Pork at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

153kcalCalories
22.9gProtein
6.1gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Corned Beef across all diets

Deli Meat

Allowed

At 3.5g total carbs per 100g, Deli Meat falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 21.8g protein and 772mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pastrami and Duck for total carbs, ranking 30 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

109kcalCalories
21.8gProtein
0.8gFat
3.5gCarbs
Sugar
0.5gFiber

Compare Deli Meat across all diets

Deli Turkey

Allowed

With 7.7g total carbs per 100g, Deli Turkey earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, deli turkey also provides 13.5g protein and 1200mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Chicken Wings and Plain Deli Turkey for total carbs, ranking 41 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

112kcalCalories
13.5gProtein
3gFat
7.7gCarbs
Sugar
0.4gFiber

Compare Deli Turkey across all diets

Duck

Allowed

Duck is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 3.5g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 18.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Deli Meat and Apple Chicken Sausage for total carbs, ranking 31 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

136kcalCalories
18.7gProtein
4.6gFat
3.5gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Duck across all diets

Fried Chicken

Allowed

With 8.5g total carbs per 100g, Fried Chicken earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, fried chicken also provides 21.3g protein and 12.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Meatballs and Beef Jerky for total carbs, ranking 44 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

234kcalCalories
21.3gProtein
12.8gFat
8.5gCarbs
Sugar
4.3gFiber

Compare Fried Chicken across all diets

Ground Beef

Allowed

With 14.8g total carbs per 100g, Ground Beef earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, ground beef also provides 9.7g protein and 6.9g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Chicken Thighs at 14.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

163kcalCalories
9.7gProtein
6.9gFat
14.8gCarbs
Sugar
0.8gFiber

Compare Ground Beef across all diets

Ground Pork

Allowed

Ground Pork is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 16.9g protein and 21.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, ground pork sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Ground Turkey at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

263kcalCalories
16.9gProtein
21.2gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Ground Pork across all diets

Ground Turkey

Allowed

Ground Turkey is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 19.7g protein and 7.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, ground turkey sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Lamb at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

148kcalCalories
19.7gProtein
7.7gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Ground Turkey across all diets

Ham

Allowed

With 1.8g total carbs per 100g, Ham earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, ham also provides 16.3g protein and 20.7g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Salami and Liver for total carbs, ranking 22 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

263kcalCalories
16.3gProtein
20.7gFat
1.8gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Ham across all diets

Honey Roasted Turkey

Allowed

At 30.3g total carbs per 100g, Honey Roasted Turkey falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.7g protein and 59.3g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Bacon Bits at 28.6g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

681kcalCalories
6.7gProtein
59.3gFat
30.3gCarbs
Sugar
3.9gFiber

Compare Honey Roasted Turkey across all diets

Hot Dogs

Allowed

With 2.9g total carbs per 100g, Hot Dogs earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 11.7g protein and 28g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Chorizo and Bratwurst for total carbs, ranking 27 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

310kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
28gFat
2.9gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Hot Dogs across all diets

Italian Sausage

Allowed

Italian Sausage is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 2.2g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.2g protein and 26.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Liver and Turkey Breast for total carbs, ranking 24 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

317kcalCalories
18.2gProtein
26.2gFat
2.2gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Italian Sausage across all diets

Jerky Sticks

Allowed

Jerky Sticks is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 68.4g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 12g protein and 9.5g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Honey Roasted Turkey at 30.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

412kcalCalories
12gProtein
9.5gFat
68.4gCarbs
Sugar
3gFiber

Compare Jerky Sticks across all diets

Lamb

Allowed

At 0g total carbs per 100g, Lamb falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, lamb also provides 16.6g protein and 23.4g fat per 100g. Among the 61 items in this category, lamb sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Pork Belly at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Leg (raw)245kcal17.4g18.9g0g0g
Loin Chop (raw)298kcal15.4g26.2g0.2g0g

Compare Lamb across all diets

Liver

Allowed

At 2.1g total carbs per 100g, Liver falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 15.2g protein and 25.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Ham and Italian Sausage for total carbs, ranking 23 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

304kcalCalories
15.2gProtein
25.6gFat
2.1gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Liver across all diets

Meatballs

Allowed

At 8g total carbs per 100g, Meatballs falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, meatballs also provides 21g protein and 9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Plain Deli Turkey and Fried Chicken for total carbs, ranking 43 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

197kcalCalories
21gProtein
9gFat
8gCarbs
Sugar
4.6gFiber

Compare Meatballs across all diets

Pastrami

Allowed

At 3.3g total carbs per 100g, Pastrami falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.3g protein and 6.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Bratwurst and Deli Meat for total carbs, ranking 29 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

139kcalCalories
16.3gProtein
6.2gFat
3.3gCarbs
Sugar
0.1gFiber

Compare Pastrami across all diets

Pepperoni

Allowed

With 1.2g total carbs per 100g, Pepperoni earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, pepperoni also provides 19.2g protein and 46.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Chicken Sausage and Salami for total carbs, ranking 20 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

504kcalCalories
19.2gProtein
46.3gFat
1.2gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Pepperoni across all diets

Plain Beef Jerky

Allowed

With 11g total carbs per 100g, Plain Beef Jerky earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 33.2g protein and 25.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Beef Jerky at 11g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

410kcalCalories
33.2gProtein
25.6gFat
11gCarbs
Sugar
1.8gFiber

Compare Plain Beef Jerky across all diets

Plain Chicken Sausage

Allowed

With 3.6g total carbs per 100g, Plain Chicken Sausage earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 17.6g protein and 19.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Apple Chicken Sausage and Turkey Bacon for total carbs, ranking 33 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

259kcalCalories
17.6gProtein
19.4gFat
3.6gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Plain Chicken Sausage across all diets

Plain Deli Turkey

Allowed

Plain Deli Turkey is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 7.7g total carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.5g protein and 1200mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Deli Turkey and Meatballs for total carbs, ranking 42 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

112kcalCalories
13.5gProtein
3gFat
7.7gCarbs
Sugar
0.4gFiber

Compare Plain Deli Turkey across all diets

Pork Belly

Allowed

Pork Belly is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 9.3g protein and 53g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, pork belly sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Pork Chops at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

518kcalCalories
9.3gProtein
53gFat
0gCarbs
0gSugar
0gFiber

Compare Pork Belly across all diets

Pork Chops

Allowed

Pork Chops is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 22g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, pork chops sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Pork Rinds at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Center Loin (raw)127kcal22g3.7g0g0g
Center Loin (cooked)209kcal25.6g11.1g0g0g

Compare Pork Chops across all diets

Pork Rinds

Allowed

With 0g total carbs per 100g, Pork Rinds earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, pork rinds also provides 5.1g protein and 80.5g fat per 100g. Among the 61 items in this category, pork rinds sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Sugar-Cured Bacon at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

748kcalCalories
5.1gProtein
80.5gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Pork Rinds across all diets

Pork Tenderloin

Allowed

At 0.1g total carbs per 100g, Pork Tenderloin falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.7g protein and 339mg sodium per serving. Among the 61 items in this category, pork tenderloin sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Canned Chicken at 0.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

134kcalCalories
24.7gProtein
3.4gFat
0.1gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Pork Tenderloin across all diets

Prosciutto

Allowed

With 0.3g total carbs per 100g, Prosciutto earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 27.8g protein and 8.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, prosciutto sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Rotisserie Chicken at 0.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

195kcalCalories
27.8gProtein
8.3gFat
0.3gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Prosciutto across all diets

Pulled Pork

Allowed

At 18.7g total carbs per 100g, Pulled Pork falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, pulled pork also provides 13.2g protein and 666mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Beef Broth at 16.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

168kcalCalories
13.2gProtein
4.4gFat
18.7gCarbs
Sugar
1.2gFiber

Compare Pulled Pork across all diets

Ribs

Allowed

At 12.1g total carbs per 100g, Ribs falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.5g protein and 15g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Plain Beef Jerky at 11g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

254kcalCalories
16.5gProtein
15gFat
12.1gCarbs
Sugar
0.3gFiber

Compare Ribs across all diets

Rotisserie Chicken

Allowed

Rotisserie Chicken is classified as Allowed on Diabetic-Friendly, with 0.7g total carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 15.2g protein and 35.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Prosciutto and Beef Sticks for total carbs, ranking 16 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

378kcalCalories
15.2gProtein
35.2gFat
0.7gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Rotisserie Chicken across all diets

Salami

Allowed

At 1.2g total carbs per 100g, Salami falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, salami also provides 21.7g protein and 37g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pepperoni and Ham for total carbs, ranking 21 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

425kcalCalories
21.7gProtein
37gFat
1.2gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Salami across all diets

Smoked Sausage

Allowed

With 4.7g total carbs per 100g, Smoked Sausage earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 15g protein and 8.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Bologna and Bacon for total carbs, ranking 36 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

158kcalCalories
15gProtein
8.8gFat
4.7gCarbs
Sugar
0.3gFiber

Compare Smoked Sausage across all diets

Steak

Allowed

With 22g total carbs per 100g, Steak earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 1647mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Pulled Pork at 18.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Sirloin (raw)131kcal21.4g4.5g0g0g0g
Ribeye (raw)241kcal18.7g18.4g0.2g0g

Compare Steak across all diets

Sugar-Cured Bacon

Allowed

With 0g total carbs per 100g, Sugar-Cured Bacon earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 13.7g protein and 37.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 61 items in this category, sugar-cured bacon sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Turkey Jerky at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

393kcalCalories
13.7gProtein
37.1gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Sugar-Cured Bacon across all diets

Teriyaki Beef Jerky

Allowed

With 15.6g total carbs per 100g, Teriyaki Beef Jerky earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 5.9g protein and 3833mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is Chicken Nuggets at 14.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

89kcalCalories
5.9gProtein
0gFat
15.6gCarbs
Sugar
0.1gFiber

Compare Teriyaki Beef Jerky across all diets

Turkey Bacon

Allowed

At 4.2g total carbs per 100g, Turkey Bacon falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 29.5g protein and 25.9g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Plain Chicken Sausage and Bologna for total carbs, ranking 34 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

368kcalCalories
29.5gProtein
25.9gFat
4.2gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Turkey Bacon across all diets

Turkey Breast

Allowed

At 2.2g total carbs per 100g, Turkey Breast falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.8g protein and 898mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Italian Sausage and Chorizo for total carbs, ranking 25 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSugarFiber
Raw114kcal23.7g1.5g0.1g0g
Roasted147kcal30.1g2.1g0g0g

Compare Turkey Breast across all diets

Turkey Jerky

Allowed

At 0g total carbs per 100g, Turkey Jerky falls into the Allowed category under Diabetic-Friendly guidelines. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, turkey jerky also provides 25.6g protein and 11.3g fat per 100g. Among the 61 items in this category, turkey jerky sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Venison at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

203kcalCalories
25.6gProtein
11.3gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Turkey Jerky across all diets

Uncured Bacon

Allowed

With 5.3g total carbs per 100g, Uncured Bacon earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. This means it is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. It also contains 11.7g protein and 29.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Bacon and Chicken Noodle Soup for total carbs, ranking 38 of 61.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

309kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
29.5gFat
5.3gCarbs
Sugar
2.6gFiber

Compare Uncured Bacon across all diets

Uncured Hot Dogs

Allowed

With 23.4g total carbs per 100g, Uncured Hot Dogs earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, uncured hot dogs also provides 1090mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total carbs. The nearest lower option is All-Beef Hot Dogs at 23.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

91kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.5gFat
23.4gCarbs
Sugar
1.5gFiber

Compare Uncured Hot Dogs across all diets

Venison

Allowed

With 0g total carbs per 100g, Venison earns a Allowed classification on Diabetic-Friendly. It is low enough in fast-absorbing carbohydrate for a gentle blood sugar response. Beyond the primary classification, venison also provides 28.1g protein and 5.3g fat per 100g. Among the 61 items in this category, venison sits at the low end for total carbs — next closest is Bison at 0.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

167kcalCalories
28.1gProtein
5.3gFat
0gCarbs
Sugar
0gFiber

Compare Venison across all diets