Orange
Low GI
GL 6.6 per piece (131 g) · GL 5 per 100 g
- low glycemic load
- fructose content
Orange has a glycemic index of 43 (Low). One piece (131 g) adds a glycemic load of 6.6.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #746771 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 2 per 100 g They have a significantly lower glycemic load and less sugar than oranges.
Fresh Raspberries - GL 1 per 100 g Contains negligible amounts of sugar, making it an ideal choice for insulin resistance.
Avocado - GL 2 per 100 g Due to their high fiber content, they raise blood glucose levels more slowly.
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Forms of Orange
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 medium (2-5/8" dia) | 131 g | 6.6 |
| 1 large (3-1/16" dia) | 180 g | 9 |
| 1 cup | 180 g | 9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 47 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 11.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 9.4 g |
| Natural | 9.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- low glycemic load
- rich in vitamin C
- low degree of processing
- fructose content
- potential insulin spike
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Orange
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Orange?
Orange has a glycemic index of 43 (Low). One piece (131 g) has a glycemic load of 6.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.
Is Orange good for people with insulin resistance?
Orange has a low glycemic index (43), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Orange has the lowest glycemic load?
Orange has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Orange in this database (5 per 100 g).
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