Jerusalem artichoke
Low GI
GL 2.4 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic index and load
- Moderate total carbohydrate content
Jerusalem artichoke has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.4.
Updated Nov 25, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Jerusalem artichoke
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 73 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 17.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 9.6 g |
| Natural | 9.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 0.01 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.01 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic index and load
- Good fiber content
- Virtually no fat or added sugars
- Moderate total carbohydrate content
- Low insoluble fiber compared to some vegetables
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Jerusalem artichoke?
Jerusalem artichoke has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 2.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Jerusalem artichoke good for people with insulin resistance?
Jerusalem artichoke has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Jerusalem artichoke has the lowest glycemic load?
Jerusalem artichoke has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Jerusalem artichoke in this database (2 per 100 g).
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