Granulated sugar
Medium GI
GL 9.8 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 65 per 100 g
- No fat content
- Extremely high glycemic load
Granulated sugar has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 9.8.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- no GI Allulose provides the sweetness of sugar with a GI and GL of 0, preventing the blood sugar spike associated with granulated sugar.
Allulose - no GI Monk fruit extract is a zero-glycemic alternative that allows for sweetness without impacting blood glucose levels.
Monk fruit sweetener (pure extract) - GL 1 per 100 g Erythritol has a negligible GI of 1 and GL of 0, making it a much steadier choice for blood sugar management than granulated sugar.
Erythritol - no GI Stevia is a natural, zero-glycemic sweetener that avoids the significant glycemic impact of granulated sugar.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 100 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 100 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 100 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- No fat content
- No sodium
- Extremely high glycemic load
- 100% added sugars
- No fiber or protein
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Granulated sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Granulated sugar?
Granulated sugar has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 9.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 65.
Is Granulated sugar good for people with insulin resistance?
Granulated sugar has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Erythritol.
How does Granulated sugar affect blood sugar?
Granulated sugar has a glycemic load of 65 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Granulated sugar in the Logi app, with your portion.
