Modified Maize Starch
High GI
GL 74 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Very high glycemic index
Modified Maize Starch has a glycemic index of 85 (High).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g Chia seed porridge provides a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 74), helping to prevent sharp blood sugar spikes.
Chia seed porridge - GL 0.1 per 100 g Flaxseed meal is a fiber-rich, low-glycemic alternative (GL 1) that supports stable blood glucose levels compared to modified maize starch.
Ground flaxseed and water mixture (flax egg)
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Modified Maize Starch is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 87 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Gluten-free
- Very high glycemic index
- Highly processed
- Minimal nutritional value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Modified Maize Starch?
Modified Maize Starch has a glycemic index of 85 (High) and a glycemic load of 74 per 100 g.
Is Modified Maize Starch good for people with insulin resistance?
Modified Maize Starch has a high glycemic index (85) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Chia seed porridge.
How does Modified Maize Starch affect blood sugar?
Modified Maize Starch has a glycemic load of 74 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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