Farofa
GI 60 · ModerateGL 42 / 100 g4/10
Medium GI
60 GI
GL 42 per 100 g
Logi score 4/10
- Contains dietary fiber
- High glycemic load
Farofa has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 10.8 per 100 g Toasted coconut flakes offer a crunchy, nutty profile similar to farofa but with a much lower GL of 3, making it a blood-sugar-friendly alternative.
Unsweetened coconut flakes - GL 7 per 100 g Toasted sunflower seeds provide a satisfying crunch and savory flavor while keeping the GL at 2, a major improvement over the high-GL farofa.
Lightly toasted sunflower seeds
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
410
Calories
70 g
Carbs
3.5 g
Protein
14 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 70 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 1.8 g |
| Insoluble | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Saturated | 5 g |
| Unsaturated | 8 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
70%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Provides some unsaturated fats
- High glycemic load
- Moderate sodium content
- Processed with added fats
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Farofa?
Farofa has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 42 per 100 g.
Is Farofa good for people with insulin resistance?
Farofa has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Unsweetened coconut flakes.
How does Farofa affect blood sugar?
Farofa has a glycemic load of 42 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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