Plain Grits
Medium GI
GL 13.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 9 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Moderate-high glycemic index
Plain Grits has a glycemic index of 69 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 13.5.
Updated Oct 20, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 59 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 13 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.1 g |
| Natural | 0.1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Minimal added sugars
- Moderate-high glycemic index
- Low fiber content
- Low protein
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Plain Grits?
Plain Grits has a glycemic index of 69 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 13.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 9.
Is Plain Grits good for people with insulin resistance?
Plain Grits has a medium glycemic index (69). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice).
Which form of Plain Grits has the lowest glycemic load?
Plain Grits has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Plain Grits in this database (9 per 100 g).
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