Monosodium Glutamate
No glycemic index2/10
No glycemic index — no carbohydrates
0 g carbohydrates per 100 g
Logi score 2/10
- Zero glycemic impact
- Extremely high sodium content
Monosodium Glutamate has no glycemic index: it contains no carbohydrates.
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Monosodium Glutamate is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 3 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 10 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
0
Calories
0 g
Carbs
0 g
Protein
0 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 0 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 12300 mg |
Processing Level
90%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Zero glycemic impact
- Flavor enhancer allowing salt reduction
- Extremely high sodium content
- Highly processed food additive
- Potential to trigger overeating
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Monosodium Glutamate?
Monosodium Glutamate has no glycemic index because it contains no carbohydrates (0 g per 100 g).
Is Monosodium Glutamate good for people with insulin resistance?
Monosodium Glutamate contains no carbohydrates, so on its own it does not raise blood sugar.
Check Monosodium Glutamate in the Logi app, with your portion.
