Our Bonfire Night quick guide to the carb content of typical foods sold at a Firework Display.
Happy Bonfire Night
If you’re planning on going to a Firework Display, it’s likely you’ll be tempted by the food offerings although the range of options can often be fairly limited. It can also be tricky to count the carbs, which aren’t usually listed on a menu (or even available) if you’re buying from a burger van or temporary stand!
We’ve saved you time this Bonfire Night with our quick guide to the carb content of foods you would typically see at this type of event.
Don’t forget to wrap up and keep warm including keeping your diabetes tech and equipment from getting too cold. Remember, the operating temperature for a Freestyle Libre is 10OC and 45OC and Dexcom 10OC and 42OC.
We hope this is helpful and that you enjoy the firework display. Have fun!
Firework Menu
|
Mains |
|
Typical carbohydrate content |
|
Hotdog |
Small |
With bun 32g No bun 12g Add 5g to inc fried onions |
|
Burger (beef) |
Single burger (standard) |
With bun 27g With bun + cheese 32g |
|
Vegan burger |
Single burger (standard) |
With bun 42g |
|
Chilli con carne |
Medium plate |
40g |
|
Pizza slice |
Small slice, thin crust |
18g |
|
Sides |
|
Typical carbohydrate content |
|
Jacket potatoes |
Medium, plain |
47g Don't forget to add on carbs for toppings |
|
Potato wedges (baked) |
Small portion (55g) ie 6 or 7 wedges |
17g |
|
Baked beans |
Small portion approx. 1/3rdtin |
20g |
|
Accompaniments |
|
Typical carbohydrate content |
|
Ketchup |
1 sachet |
2g |
|
Mustard (English) |
1 tablespoon |
1g |
|
Mayonnaise |
1 tablespoon |
0g |
|
Snacks |
|
Typical carbohydrate content |
|
Toffee apple |
Standard size |
40g |
|
Marshmallows (or S’mores) |
4 large pieces |
25g |
|
Popcorn |
Small portion - salted Small portion - sweet |
6g 13g |
|
Donut ring |
Standard size, sugar ring |
32g |
|
Drinks |
|
Typical carbohydrate content |
|
Hot chocolate |
Medium size, whole milk |
38g |
|
Mulled wine |
Standard glass |
18g |
|
Spiced cider |
8oz glass |
20g |
Sources: myfitnesspal.com, Carbs&Cals 6th Edition.
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Disclaimer
Details and data is correct to the best of the author’s knowledge at the time this blog is published. We do not accept responsibility for any errors or omissions. Information is for guidance only.
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