Cake and Acid Reflux: What You Need to Know
Baked Goods
The Verdict
Cake is a calorie-dense food with a high sugar load of 33.0g per 100g. The sugar-to-fibre ratio requires careful consideration for blood glucose management.
The Lab Report
Per 100g, Cake delivers 4.5g protein, 16.0g fat (4.0g saturated), and 53.0g carbohydrates with 0.5g dietary fibre. Of the carbohydrates, 33.0g are sugars. The sugar content of 33.0g per 100g is significant and will produce a notable glycaemic response. Sodium content (280mg) is moderate and should be accounted for in daily intake tracking.
The Safety Protocol
High sugar content requires portion awareness. The NHS recommends no more than 30g of free sugars per day for adults.
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Protocol Ratings
Cake and Acid Reflux
Cake combines fat, sugar, and refined flour. The fat content delays gastric emptying while the sugar can increase acid production. Richer cakes with chocolate or citrus are higher risk.
View the full Acid Reflux Diet Card →Cake and Low Sugar Diet
Cake typically contains 40–55g sugar per 100g from added sugar and frosting. It is one of the highest-sugar common foods and provides little nutritional value beyond calories.
View the full Low Sugar Diet Card →Forensic Analysis
Moderate calorie density at 371 kcal/100g. Standard portions are manageable within most dietary frameworks.
Moderate fullness signals from 4.5g protein and 0.5g fibre.
High deception level makes accurate tracking challenging without a digital scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and carbs are in Cake?
Cake contains 371 kcal and 53.0g of carbohydrates per 100g.
DietVox Insight: DietVox rates Cake with a 'HIGH' Deception Level, meaning careful weighing is recommended for accurate tracking.
Is Cake good for weight loss?
At 371 kcal/100g, Cake is calorie-dense and requires portion control for weight management.
DietVox Insight: DietVox assigns a Binge Risk Factor of 8/10, indicating high overconsumption potential.
Can I eat Cake with acid reflux?
Cake may trigger reflux in some individuals. Small portions and monitoring personal tolerance is recommended.
DietVox Insight: DietVox rates this AMBER for acid reflux, meaning individual tolerance varies. Keep a food diary to track your response.
Citations & Sources
- Nutritional composition data for Cake, per 100g serving. USDA FoodData Central
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