Macadamia
Low GI
GL 1.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Very high in calories
Macadamia has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.2.
Updated Oct 13, 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 | 718 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.6 g |
| Natural | 4.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 8.6 g |
| Soluble | 2.58 g |
| Insoluble | 6.02 g |
| Protein | 7.9 g |
| Fat | 75.8 g |
| Saturated | 12.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 63.7 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- High unsaturated fat content
- No added sugars
- Very high in calories
- High in saturated fat
- Moderate protein content
Allergens
Recipes with Macadamia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Macadamia?
Macadamia has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 1.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Macadamia good for people with insulin resistance?
Macadamia has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Macadamia affect blood sugar?
Macadamia has a glycemic load of 1 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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