Date sugar (ground dried dates)
Low GI
GL 5.6 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 37.5 per 100 g
- Contains dietary fiber
- High natural sugar content
Date sugar (ground dried dates) has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 5.6.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- no GI Monk fruit extract provides sweetness with a GI and GL of 0, effectively eliminating the blood sugar spike caused by date sugar.
Monk fruit sweetener (pure extract) - no GI Allulose is a rare sugar that does not impact blood glucose, making it a superior alternative to the high GL of date sugar.
Allulose - no GI Stevia is a zero-glycemic sweetener that allows for sweetness without the metabolic burden of date sugar.
Stevia Pure Extract - GL 1 per 100 g Erythritol has a negligible impact on blood sugar, offering a much steadier glycemic response than date sugar.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 75 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 66 g |
| Natural | 66 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 5 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Provides natural minerals
- No added sugars
- High natural sugar content
- Moderate glycemic load
- Low protein content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Date sugar (ground dried dates)?
Date sugar (ground dried dates) has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 5.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 37.5.
Is Date sugar (ground dried dates) good for people with insulin resistance?
Date sugar (ground dried dates) has a low glycemic index (50), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Date sugar (ground dried dates) affect blood sugar?
Date sugar (ground dried dates) has a glycemic load of 37.5 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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