Boiled fava beans
Low GI
GL 8 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- May cause bloating in sensitive individuals
Boiled fava beans has a glycemic index of 40, higher than plain Fava beans (25).
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 | 110 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 19.7 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 5.4 g |
| Soluble | 1.8 g |
| Insoluble | 3.6 g |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Rich in plant protein
- Low glycemic load
- May cause bloating in sensitive individuals
- Contains moderate carbohydrates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Boiled fava beans?
Boiled fava beans has a glycemic index of 40 (Low) and a glycemic load of 8 per 100 g.
Is Boiled fava beans good for people with insulin resistance?
Boiled fava beans has a low glycemic index (40), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Fava beans has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Fava beans in this database, Fava beans has the lowest glycemic load (5 per 100 g).
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