Cornmeal
Medium GI
GL 81 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 54 per 100 g
- Good source of insoluble fiber
- Very high glycemic load
Cornmeal has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 81.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic impact and higher healthy fat content compared to corn flour.
Almond flour - GL 17.1 per 100 g It is extremely high in fiber and low in net carbohydrates, making it much better for blood sugar stability.
Coconut flour - GL 4.5 per 100 g Its exceptionally high protein and fiber content results in a minimal glycemic response compared to grain-based flours.
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Forms of Cornmeal
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 79 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.6 g |
| Natural | 0.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7.3 g |
| Soluble | 2.2 g |
| Insoluble | 5.1 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 3.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.6 g |
| Unsaturated | 3.3 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good source of insoluble fiber
- Naturally gluten-free
- Low in saturated fat
- Very high glycemic load
- High starch content triggering insulin spikes
- Relatively low protein-to-carb ratio
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Cornmeal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cornmeal?
Cornmeal has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 81; per 100 g the glycemic load is 54.
Is Cornmeal good for people with insulin resistance?
Cornmeal has a medium glycemic index (68). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Cornmeal has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cornmeal in this database, Yellow cornmeal has the lowest glycemic load (53 per 100 g).
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