Cassava
High GI
GL 32 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Very high glycemic load
Cassava has a glycemic index of 85 (High).
Updated Oct 31, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 8.6 per 100 g Lower glycemic load and higher fiber help better manage blood sugar for insulin resistance.
Sweet potato - GL 0.5 per 100 g Significantly lower glycemic load and carbohydrates, making it ideal for blood sugar control.
Cauliflower - GL 6 per 100 g Provides more vitamins and fiber with a lower glycemic impact.
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Forms of Cassava
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.07 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.23 g |
| Sodium | 14 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Contains some fiber
- Very high glycemic load
- Very high glycemic index
- Low protein content
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cassava?
Cassava has a glycemic index of 85 (High) and a glycemic load of 32 per 100 g.
Is Cassava good for people with insulin resistance?
Cassava has a high glycemic index (85) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Sweet potato.
Which form of Cassava has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cassava in this database, Boiled cassava has the lowest glycemic load (23 per 100 g).
Check Cassava in the Logi app, with your portion.
