Orange peel
Low GI
GL 0.8 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 5 per 100 g
- Very high fiber content
- Moderate carbohydrate content
Orange peel has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.8.
Updated Oct 18, 2025 · 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 | 97 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10.6 g |
| Soluble | 3.5 g |
| Insoluble | 7.1 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.08 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very high fiber content
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Minimal sugar content
- Moderate carbohydrate content
- Relatively low protein
- Possible pesticide residues if not organic
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Orange peel?
Orange peel has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.
Is Orange peel good for people with insulin resistance?
Orange peel has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Orange peel has the lowest glycemic load?
Orange peel has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Orange peel in this database (5 per 100 g).
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