Medium apple

GI 36 · LowGL 6 / piece9/10

Low GI

36 GI

GL 6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 5 per 100 g

Logi score 9/10

Low glycemic load
Relatively high content of natural sugars

Medium apple has a glycemic index of 36, the same as plain Apple (36). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 6.

Updated Feb 20, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Fresh Raspberries
GL 2 per 100 g Raspberries provide significantly more fiber and have less sugar than apples, which better supports insulin resistance.
Grapefruit
GL 3 per 100 g Grapefruit has a lower glycemic index and less sugar, which helps in better blood sugar control.

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

Calories

14 g

Carbs

0.3 g

Protein

0.2 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	52 kcal
Carbohydrates	14 g
Sugars (Total)	10 g
Natural	10 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	2.4 g
Soluble	0.7 g
Insoluble	1.7 g
Protein	0.3 g
Fat	0.2 g
Saturated	0.03 g
Unsaturated	0.17 g
Sodium	1 mg

Processing Level

Minimal

Why this score?

Low glycemic load
High fiber content
No added sugars
Relatively high content of natural sugars
Low protein content
Low fat content

Allergens

No EU-14 allergen listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Medium apple?

Medium apple has a glycemic index of 36 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.

Is Medium apple good for people with insulin resistance?

Medium apple has a low glycemic index (36), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.

Which form of Apple has the lowest glycemic load?

Medium apple has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Apple in this database (5 per 100 g).

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