Bay leaf
GI 15 · LowGL 11 / 100 g8/10
Low GI
15 GI
GL 11 per 100 g
Logi score 8/10
- High dietary fiber content
- Low nutrient bioavailability
Bay leaf has a glycemic index of 15 (Low).
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170917 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp, crumbled | 1 g | 0.1 |
| 1 tbsp, crumbled | 2 g | 0.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
313
Calories
74.97 g
Carbs
7.61 g
Protein
8.36 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 313 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 74.97 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8.36 g |
| Natural | 8.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 26.3 g |
| Soluble | 7.9 g |
| Insoluble | 18.4 g |
| Protein | 7.61 g |
| Fat | 8.36 g |
| Saturated | 2.28 g |
| Unsaturated | 6.08 g |
| Sodium | 23 mg |
Processing Level
20%
Minimal
Why this score?
- High dietary fiber content
- Low level of processing
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
- Low nutrient bioavailability
- Risk of irritation when consumed whole
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Bay leaf
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Avgolemono with Pearl Barley 45 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Low-Glycemic Black Bean Burgers with Smoky Chipotle Sauce 100 min · 22 ingredients · medium -
Chorizo & Bean Stew with Seed Crackers 65 min · 14 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Cottage Pie with Carisma Potatoes 80 min · 18 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Chicken and White Bean Casserole 80 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Erwtensoep (Dutch Split Pea Soup with Celeriac and Smoked Sausage) 60 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Königsberger Klopse in Caper Cream Sauce with Celeriac Mash 40 min · 16 ingredients · advanced -
Low-Glycemic Chicken Zoodle Soup 500 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Caldo Verde with White Beans 35 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Cassoulet — French White Bean Stew Without the Blood Sugar Spike 125 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Kapuśniak (Sauerkraut Soup with Smoked Ribs and Celeriac) 45 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Linseneintopf (German Lentil Stew with Celeriac) 45 min · 12 ingredients · advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Bay leaf?
Bay leaf has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 11 per 100 g.
Is Bay leaf good for people with insulin resistance?
Bay leaf has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Bay leaf affect blood sugar?
Bay leaf has a glycemic load of 11 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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