Happy hippo
High GI
GL 38 per 100 g
- Contains some hazelnut-derived healthy fats
- Very high sugar content
Happy hippo has a glycemic index of 70 (High).
Updated Sep 27, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 7 per 100 g With a GI of 20 and GL of 4, this provides a much lower glycemic impact than the happy hippo while satisfying a sweet craving.
85% dark chocolate - GL 2 per 100 g This swap drastically reduces the glycemic load from 38 to 2, helping to prevent blood sugar spikes.
Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds - GL 2.7 per 100 g These nuts provide a savory, high-satiety alternative with a very low GI of 15 and GL of 2.7.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 540 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 40 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 36 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 33 g |
| Saturated | 17 g |
| Unsaturated | 16 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some hazelnut-derived healthy fats
- Provides quick energy
- Very high sugar content
- Ultra-processed ingredients
- Low fiber and protein content
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Happy hippo?
Happy hippo has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 38 per 100 g.
Is Happy hippo good for people with insulin resistance?
Happy hippo has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is 85% dark chocolate.
How does Happy hippo affect blood sugar?
Happy hippo has a glycemic load of 38 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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