Baking powder
Glycemic index not measured yet
- Used in small amounts: one teaspoon adds about 2 kcal
- Very high in sodium: about 490 mg per teaspoon
Baking powder has no measured glycemic index yet. It contains 27.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Reviewed Oct 8, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #172803 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Low-sodium baking powder - no GI With an acid such as yogurt, buttermilk or lemon juice it leavens dough; about a quarter of the amount is enough.
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Forms of Baking powder
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Baking powder is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/2 tsp | 2 g |
| 1 tsp | 5 g |
| 1 tbsp | 14 g |
| 1 sachet (for 500 g flour) | 15 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 53 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 27.7 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 11000 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Used in small amounts: one teaspoon adds about 2 kcal
- Contains no fat and no sugar
- Very high in sodium: about 490 mg per teaspoon
- Provides no protein, fibre or vitamins
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Baking powder?
The glycemic index of Baking powder has not been measured yet. It contains 27.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Is Baking powder good for people with insulin resistance?
The glycemic index of Baking powder is not measured. With 27.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, watch the portion size.
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