Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water)
Low GI
GL 0 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 0.1 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic impact
- Low protein density compared to dry seeds
Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) has a glycemic index of 1, the same as plain Chia seeds (1). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Chia seeds
- GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g
Chia seeds - GI 1 · GL 0.1 per 100 g gel
Chia seed gel - GI 1 · GL 0.1 per 100 g egg substitute
Chia egg (chia seeds and water) - Chia fillingGI 5 · GL 1 per 100 g filling
- GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g filling
Chia seed filling - GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g flakes
Chia seeds flakes - GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g milled
Milled chia seed - +1 more
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Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 60 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.6 g |
| Insoluble | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.7 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic impact
- Rich in soluble fiber for satiety
- Excellent source of healthy omega-3 fats
- Low protein density compared to dry seeds
- High water content dilutes nutrient profile
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water)?
Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) has a glycemic index of 1 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0; per 100 g the glycemic load is 0.1.
Is Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) good for people with insulin resistance?
Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) has a low glycemic index (1), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Chia seeds has the lowest glycemic load?
Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Chia seeds in this database (0.1 per 100 g).
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