Hamburger bun
High GI
GL 16.7 per serving (44 g) · GL 38 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- Very high glycemic load and index
Hamburger bun has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One serving (44 g) adds a glycemic load of 16.7.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #172796 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 roll 1 serving | 44 g | 16.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 6 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 4 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.8 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Low saturated fat content
- Very high glycemic load and index
- Low fiber density relative to refined carbohydrates
- Contains added sugars
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Hamburger bun?
Hamburger bun has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One serving (44 g) has a glycemic load of 16.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 38.
Is Hamburger bun good for people with insulin resistance?
Hamburger bun has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Hamburger bun has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Hamburger bun in this database, Hamburger bun with sourdough has the lowest glycemic load (32 per 100 g).
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