Maltodextrin
High GI
GL 123.8 per cup (125 g) · GL 99 per 100 g
- Energy dense for rapid recovery
- Extremely high glycemic index (105)
Maltodextrin has a glycemic index of 105 (High). One cup (125 g) adds a glycemic load of 123.8.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- no GI Allulose provides a similar texture and bulk to maltodextrin without the massive glycemic impact (GI 105 vs GI 0).
Allulose - GL 1 per 100 g Erythritol is a common granular sugar substitute that offers a negligible glycemic response compared to the high GL of maltodextrin.
Erythritol - no GI Monk fruit extract is a potent, zero-glycemic sweetener that eliminates the blood sugar spike associated with maltodextrin.
Monk fruit sweetener (pure extract) - no GI Stevia is a highly effective, zero-glycemic alternative that avoids the rapid glucose absorption caused by maltodextrin.
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Maltodextrin is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 3 g | 3 |
| 1 tablespoon | 8 g | 7.9 |
| 1 cup | 125 g | 123.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 95 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 7 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Energy dense for rapid recovery
- Highly soluble and versatile food additive
- Extremely high glycemic index (105)
- Negligible nutritional profile (no fiber, protein, or vitamins)
- Rapidly spikes blood glucose and insulin levels
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Maltodextrin?
Maltodextrin has a glycemic index of 105 (High). One cup (125 g) has a glycemic load of 123.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 99.
Is Maltodextrin good for people with insulin resistance?
Maltodextrin has a high glycemic index (105) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Erythritol.
How does Maltodextrin affect blood sugar?
Maltodextrin has a glycemic load of 99 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Maltodextrin in the Logi app, with your portion.
