Flaxseeds
Low GI
GL 4.9 per cup (168 g) · GL 2.9 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Very high caloric density
Flaxseeds has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One cup (168 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.9.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169414 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Flaxseeds
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Flaxseeds is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp, ground | 3 g | 0.1 |
| 1 tsp, whole | 3 g | 0.1 |
| 1 tbsp, ground | 7 g | 0.2 |
| 1 tbsp, whole | 10 g | 0.3 |
| 1 cup, whole | 168 g | 4.9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 534 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.6 g |
| Natural | 1.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 27.3 g |
| Soluble | 7 g |
| Insoluble | 20.3 g |
| Protein | 18.3 g |
| Fat | 42.2 g |
| Saturated | 3.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 36 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Excellent source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
- Very high caloric density
- Requires proper storage to prevent oxidation of fats
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Flaxseeds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Flaxseeds?
Flaxseeds has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One cup (168 g) has a glycemic load of 4.9; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.9.
Is Flaxseeds good for people with insulin resistance?
Flaxseeds has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Flaxseeds has the lowest glycemic load?
Flaxseeds has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Flaxseeds in this database (2.9 per 100 g).
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