Candied pecans
Low GI
GL 24 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 20 per 100 g
- Contains unsaturated fats
- High added sugar
Candied pecans has a glycemic index of 45, higher than plain Pecan (10). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 24.
Updated Nov 9, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g Eliminates added sugars, significantly lowering glycemic load and making it more suitable for insulin resistance.
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Forms of Pecan
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 500 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 40 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 35 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Saturated | 3 g |
| Unsaturated | 30 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains unsaturated fats
- Source of protein
- High added sugar
- High glycemic load
- Low fiber
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Candied pecans?
Candied pecans has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 24; per 100 g the glycemic load is 20.
Is Candied pecans good for people with insulin resistance?
Candied pecans has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Pecan has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pecan in this database, Pecan has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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