Palm oil
No glycemic index3/10
No glycemic index — no carbohydrates
0 g carbohydrates per 100 g
Logi score 3/10
- Natural source of fat
- Very high saturated fat content
Palm oil has no glycemic index: it contains no carbohydrates.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171015 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Palm oil is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 5 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 14 g |
| 1 cup | 216 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
884
Calories
0 g
Carbs
0 g
Protein
100 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 884 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 | 100 g |
| Saturated | 49.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 50.7 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
75%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Natural source of fat
- Low level of processing
- Very high saturated fat content
- Possible negative impact on lipid profile
- Lack of significant nutritional value (vitamins/minerals)
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Palm oil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Palm oil?
Palm oil has no glycemic index because it contains no carbohydrates (0 g per 100 g).
Is Palm oil good for people with insulin resistance?
Palm oil contains no carbohydrates, so on its own it does not raise blood sugar.
Related foods
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