Black cumin
Low GI
GL 0.8 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 15.5 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Relatively high caloric content
Black cumin has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.8.
Updated Mar 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 345 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 44.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.3 g |
| Natural | 2.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10.5 g |
| Soluble | 3.2 g |
| Insoluble | 7.4 g |
| Protein | 16.7 g |
| Fat | 15.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 15.4 g |
| Sodium | 88 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- High fiber content
- Low sugar content
- Relatively high caloric content
- Moderate fat content
- Low soluble fiber content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Black cumin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Black cumin?
Black cumin has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 15.5.
Is Black cumin good for people with insulin resistance?
Black cumin has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Black cumin affect blood sugar?
Black cumin has a glycemic load of 15.5 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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