Fresh cabbage
Low GI
GL 8.4 per piece (840 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- very low glycemic load
- low protein density
Fresh cabbage has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (840 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.4.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Fresh cabbage
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 75 g | 0.8 |
| 1 medium head | 840 g | 8.4 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 25 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.2 g |
| Natural | 3.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.75 g |
| Insoluble | 1.75 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 18 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- very low glycemic load
- high water content
- good source of dietary fiber
- low protein density
- limited micronutrient diversity compared to leafy greens
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Fresh cabbage?
Fresh cabbage has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (840 g) has a glycemic load of 8.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Fresh cabbage good for people with insulin resistance?
Fresh cabbage has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Fresh cabbage has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Fresh cabbage in this database, Cooked chinese cabbage has the lowest glycemic load (0.3 per 100 g).
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