Ripe guava
Low GI
GL 2.8 per piece (165 g) · GL 1.7 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Moderate natural sugar content
Ripe guava has a glycemic index of 12 (Low). One piece (165 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.8.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small | 55 g | 0.9 |
| 1 cup | 150 g | 2.6 |
| 1 medium | 165 g | 2.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 68 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 14.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8.9 g |
| Natural | 8.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 5.4 g |
| Soluble | 2.16 g |
| Insoluble | 3.24 g |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.6 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Excellent source of dietary fiber
- High water content and nutrient density
- Moderate natural sugar content
- Rapidly digestible carbohydrates relative to berries
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Ripe guava?
Ripe guava has a glycemic index of 12 (Low). One piece (165 g) has a glycemic load of 2.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.7.
Is Ripe guava good for people with insulin resistance?
Ripe guava has a low glycemic index (12), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Ripe guava has the lowest glycemic load?
Ripe guava has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Ripe guava in this database (1.7 per 100 g).
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