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Bagel

Bagel has 263.6 calories per serving (1 Piece). It provides 10.6g protein, 52.4g carbs, and 1.3g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 51), this recipe is suitable for diabetes management, heart health.

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Bagel
  • Serving Size 1 Piece (100 g)
  • Calories263.6 kcal
  • Carbs52.4 g (209.5 kcal)
  • Protein10.6 g (42.2 kcal)
  • Fats1.3 g (11.9 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Bagel

  • Serving Size1 Piece (100 g)
  • Calories263.6 kcal
  • Carbs52.4 g
  • Fiber1.6 g
  • Sugar8.4 g
  • Protein10.6 g
  • Fat1.3 g
  • Saturated fat0.4 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat0.4 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.5 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium422.0 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories263.6 kcal
  • Carbs52.4 g
  • Fiber1.6 g
  • Sugar8.4 g
  • Protein10.6 g
  • Fat1.3 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium422.0 mg

1 serving = 100g

Cooking time: 1 minutes

Serves: 1 persons

Ingredients

Bagel
100 Grams

Instructions

1
Serving
Make bread soup or make french toast or put an egg in it or, put an egg on it or top it with spreads and serve.

Glycemic Index

51 Low
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a slower, steadier rise in blood glucose for most people.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 263.6 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control.

Diabetes

With a low glycemic index of 51, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels. The protein content (10.6g) helps prevent blood sugar spikes.

Muscle Gain

Contains 10.6g protein per serving — a moderate amount. Pair with paneer or curd or eggs or chicken to boost protein intake for muscle gain.

Heart Health

Zero cholesterol and low saturated fat (0.4g) make this heart-friendly.

PCOS

Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions. Adequate protein (10.6g) supports healthy thyroid function.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Piece (~100g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Piece (~100g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Piece (~100g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Piece (~100g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Reduce calories

Reduce serving size by 25% to save ~65.9 kcal. Add extra vegetables (capsicum, spinach, mushrooms) to increase volume without adding many kcal.

Reduce sodium

Cut salt by half and boost flavor with lemon juice, fresh herbs, or amchur (dry mango powder) instead.

Meal prep friendly

Bagel stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Adding salt without measuring

Why it matters: Excess sodium increases blood pressure risk. Indian cooking already uses salt-heavy ingredients like pickles and chutneys alongside.

Fix: Use ½ teaspoon salt and taste before adding more. Account for sodium from other meal components.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (527.3-790.9 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Higher protein intake increases satiety and reduces overall calorie consumption

    Leidy HJ et al. (2015). The role of protein in weight loss and maintenance. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.114.084038
  2. Low glycemic index foods help improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes

    Brand-Miller J et al. (2003). Low-glycemic index diets in the management of diabetes. Diabetes Care.

    DOI: 10.2337/diacare.26.8.2261
  3. Reducing sodium intake lowers blood pressure and cardiovascular risk

    WHO (2012). Guideline: Sodium intake for adults and children. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NMH/NHD/13.2
  4. Portion control is one of the most effective strategies for managing calorie intake and body weight

    Rolls BJ (2014). What is the role of portion control in weight management? International Journal of Obesity.

    DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2014.82

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