Milled chia seed
Low GI
GL 0.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Extremely high fiber content
- Moderate calorie density
Milled chia seed has a glycemic index of 1, the same as plain Chia seeds (1). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Updated Nov 21, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Chia seeds
- GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g
Chia seeds - GI 1 · GL 0.1 per 100 g gel
Chia seed gel - GI 1 · GL 0.1 per 100 g gel
Chia seed gel (chia seeds soaked in water) - GI 1 · GL 0.1 per 100 g egg substitute
Chia egg (chia seeds and water) - Chia fillingGI 5 · GL 1 per 100 g filling
- GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g filling
Chia seed filling - GI 1 · GL 1 per 100 g flakes
Chia seeds flakes - +1 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 486 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 42.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.8 g |
| Natural | 0.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 34.4 g |
| Soluble | 10.3 g |
| Insoluble | 24.1 g |
| Protein | 16.5 g |
| Fat | 30.7 g |
| Saturated | 3.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 27.4 g |
| Sodium | 16 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely high fiber content
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- Low glycemic impact
- Moderate calorie density
- May cause digestive discomfort in excess
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Milled chia seed?
Milled chia seed has a glycemic index of 1 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Milled chia seed good for people with insulin resistance?
Milled chia seed has a low glycemic index (1), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Chia seeds has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Chia seeds in this database, Chia seed gel has the lowest glycemic load (0.1 per 100 g).
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