Bun
High GI
GL 45.6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 38 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- High glycemic index and load
Bun has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 45.6.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 16 per 100 g The sprouting process increases nutrient bioavailability and lowers the glycemic impact compared to refined wheat flour.
Sprouted whole grain bread - GL 22 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic index and higher fiber content, leading to a much more stable blood sugar response.
Pumpernickel bread - GL 1 per 100 g It is extremely low in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats and protein, making it ideal for managing insulin resistance.
Almond flour
Forms of Bun
- GI 25 · GL 2 per 100 g low sodium
Low carb bun - High protein bunGI 35 · GL 8 per 100 g high protein
- GI 50 · GL 19 per 100 g brand: daves_killerhigh protein
Daves killer high protein bun - GI 50 · GL 20 per 100 g fitness
Fitness Whole Grain Bun - GI 50 · GL 20 per 100 g fit
High-Fiber Fit Bun - GI 50 · GL 22 per 100 g brown
Dark bread roll - GI 55 · GL 25 per 100 g graham
Wholemeal roll
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 6 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 4 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated | 1 g |
| Unsaturated | 3 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Low in saturated fat
- High glycemic index and load
- Refined flour base
- Contains added sugars
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Bun?
Bun has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 45.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 38.
Is Bun good for people with insulin resistance?
Bun has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Sprouted whole grain bread.
Which form of Bun has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Bun in this database, Low carb bun has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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