Maraschino cherry
High GI
GL 34.8 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 29 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Very high added sugar
Maraschino cherry has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 34.8.
Updated Nov 6, 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 | 165 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 42 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 39 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 35 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Contains some water content
- Very high added sugar
- High glycemic load and index
- Minimal fiber and protein
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Maraschino cherry?
Maraschino cherry has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 34.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 29.
Is Maraschino cherry good for people with insulin resistance?
Maraschino cherry has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Unsweetened cranberries.
How does Maraschino cherry affect blood sugar?
Maraschino cherry has a glycemic load of 29 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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