Sweet and salty popcorn
Medium GI
GL 45 per 100 g
- Contains dietary fiber
- High added sugar content
Sweet and salty popcorn has a glycemic index of 65, higher than plain Unpopped Popcorn Kernels (55).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Almonds, roasted, no added oil or saltGL 3.2 per 100 g Almonds offer a significantly lower GI of 15 and GL of 1, providing a much more stable blood sugar response compared to the popcorn.
- GL 1 per 100 g With a GI of 10 and GL of 1, these seeds are an excellent low-glycemic alternative that provides satisfying crunch without the blood sugar spike.
Pumpkin seeds (raw) - GL 17.4 per 100 g Roasted chickpeas provide a similar crunchy texture to popcorn but with a much lower GI of 28 and GL of 8, helping to manage glucose levels more effectively.
Roasted chickpea snack - GL 2 per 100 g Edamame is a nutrient-dense, low-glycemic snack (GI 16, GL 2) that serves as a much steadier alternative for blood sugar management.
Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt
Forms of Unpopped Popcorn Kernels
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 70 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 25 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 20 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 1.8 g |
| Insoluble | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated | 4 g |
| Unsaturated | 10 g |
| Sodium | 700 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Whole grain base
- High added sugar content
- High sodium content
- Moderately high glycemic load
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sweet and salty popcorn?
Sweet and salty popcorn has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 45 per 100 g.
Is Sweet and salty popcorn good for people with insulin resistance?
Sweet and salty popcorn has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almonds, roasted, no added oil or salt.
Which form of Unpopped Popcorn Kernels has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Unpopped Popcorn Kernels in this database, Unpopped Popcorn Kernels has the lowest glycemic load (42.9 per 100 g).
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