Amaranth (whole grain)
Low GI
GL 3.5 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 23 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index
- Average glycemic load
Amaranth (whole grain) has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.5.
Updated Nov 11, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 371 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 65.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 4.7 g |
| Protein | 13.6 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.5 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index
- High protein content
- Low added sugar content
- Average glycemic load
- Relatively high caloric content
- Processed by expansion
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Amaranth (whole grain)?
Amaranth (whole grain) has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 3.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 23.
Is Amaranth (whole grain) good for people with insulin resistance?
Amaranth (whole grain) has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Amaranth (whole grain) affect blood sugar?
Amaranth (whole grain) has a glycemic load of 23 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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