Puffed corn
Medium GI
GL 60 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 40 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- High glycemic load
Puffed corn has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 60.
Updated Jan 31, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 17.4 per 100 g Lower glycemic load and more protein, which positively affects glucose control.
Roasted chickpeas - GL 1.1 per 100 g They contain fewer carbohydrates and do not cause a rapid increase in blood sugar levels.
Walnuts - GL 5 per 100 g Higher protein and fiber content and lower glycemic load than roasted corn.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Soluble | 2.1 g |
| Insoluble | 4.9 g |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 7.8 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low sodium content
- High glycemic load
- High calorie content
- Moderate level of processing
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Puffed corn?
Puffed corn has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 60; per 100 g the glycemic load is 40.
Is Puffed corn good for people with insulin resistance?
Puffed corn has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Roasted chickpeas.
How does Puffed corn affect blood sugar?
Puffed corn has a glycemic load of 40 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Puffed corn in the Logi app, with your portion.
