English muffin
High GI
GL 17.7 per piece (57 g) · GL 31 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High glycemic load (31)
English muffin has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One piece (57 g) adds a glycemic load of 17.7.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #172761 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 16 per 100 g Sprouting increases nutrient bioavailability and lowers the glycemic impact compared to refined flour.
Sprouted whole grain bread - GL 8 per 100 g High in healthy fats and protein with a significantly lower carbohydrate count, minimizing insulin spikes.
Almond flour carrot muffin (no added sugar) - GL 14 per 100 g Extremely high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, resulting in a very low glycemic load.
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Forms of English muffin
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 muffin | 57 g | 17.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 223 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 44 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.1 g |
| Natural | 0.6 g |
| Added | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.54 g |
| Insoluble | 2.16 g |
| Protein | 7.7 g |
| Fat | 1.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.1 g |
| Sodium | 391 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Low saturated fat
- High glycemic load (31)
- Refined flour content
- Low fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of English muffin?
English muffin has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One piece (57 g) has a glycemic load of 17.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 31.
Is English muffin good for people with insulin resistance?
English muffin has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Sprouted whole grain bread.
Which form of English muffin has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of English muffin in this database, Sprouted english muffin has the lowest glycemic load (18 per 100 g).
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