Candy shell
High GI
GL 91.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 76 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Extremely high added sugar
Candy shell has a glycemic index of 80 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 91.2.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 7 per 100 g Dark chocolate provides a similar sweet experience with a significantly lower GL of 4 compared to 76, leading to a much smaller blood sugar impact.
85% dark chocolate - GL 3 per 100 g Frozen raspberries offer a natural, lower-glycemic sweetness with a GL of 3, making them a much healthier alternative to high-sugar candy.
Frozen Raspberries - GL 2.9 per 100 g Cacao nibs provide a satisfying crunch and intense flavor with a minimal GL of 1, avoiding the sharp glucose spike caused by candy.
Cacao nibs (crushed cacao beans, unsweetened)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 95 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 90 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 90 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- No cholesterol
- Extremely high added sugar
- Ultra-processed
- Very high glycemic index and load
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Candy shell?
Candy shell has a glycemic index of 80 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 91.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 76.
Is Candy shell good for people with insulin resistance?
Candy shell has a high glycemic index (80) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is 85% dark chocolate.
How does Candy shell affect blood sugar?
Candy shell has a glycemic load of 76 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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