Peanut butter
Low GI
GL 7.2 per cup (258 g) · GL 2.8 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index and load
- High sodium content
Peanut butter has a glycemic index of 14 (Low). One cup (258 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2262072 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Peanut butter
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 16 g | 0.4 |
| 2 tbsp (standard serving) | 32 g | 0.9 |
| 1 cup | 258 g | 7.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 588 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 9 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 4 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 4 g |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Fat | 50 g |
| Saturated | 10 g |
| Unsaturated | 40 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index and load
- High protein content
- Rich in healthy unsaturated fats
- High sodium content
- Contains added sugars
- High caloric density
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Peanut butter?
Peanut butter has a glycemic index of 14 (Low). One cup (258 g) has a glycemic load of 7.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.8.
Is Peanut butter good for people with insulin resistance?
Peanut butter has a low glycemic index (14), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Peanut butter has the lowest glycemic load?
Peanut butter has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Peanut butter in this database (2.8 per 100 g).
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