Carob gum
Low GI
GL 0.8 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 15.4 per 100 g
- Extremely high fiber content
- Highly processed additive
Carob gum has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.8.
Updated Oct 2, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- no GI Psyllium husk provides a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 0) compared to carob gum (GL 15.4), making it a superior choice for blood sugar stability.
Psyllium husk - no GI Xanthan gum serves as a similar thickening agent with a negligible glycemic load (GL 0) compared to the higher GL of carob gum.
Xanthan gum - GL 0.1 per 100 g Chia seeds offer a much lower glycemic load (GL 1) and provide additional fiber and healthy fats to help blunt blood sugar spikes.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 200 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 77 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 75 g |
| Soluble | 70 g |
| Insoluble | 5 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely high fiber content
- Very low glycemic load and index
- No added or total sugars
- Highly processed additive
- Low protein content
- Possible digestive sensitivity in some individuals
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Carob gum?
Carob gum has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 15.4.
Is Carob gum good for people with insulin resistance?
Carob gum has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Carob gum affect blood sugar?
Carob gum has a glycemic load of 15.4 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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