Poppadom
Medium GI
GL 31.9 per 100 g
- Good plant protein content
- High sodium content
Poppadom has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate).
Updated Oct 10, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 17.4 per 100 g Roasted chickpeas provide a similar legume-based texture and protein content but with a much lower GI (28 vs 55) and GL.
Roasted chickpeas - GL 2.7 per 100 g Flaxseed crackers are an excellent low-glycemic alternative (GI 10, GL 2.7) that serves as a much steadier vessel for dips or toppings than poppadoms.
Flaxseed crackers
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 7 g |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.8 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good plant protein content
- Provides dietary fiber
- Lower fat when dry-roasted rather than fried
- High sodium content
- Concentrated carbohydrate with moderate-to-high glycemic load
- Often fried, increasing calorie and fat content
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Poppadom?
Poppadom has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 31.9 per 100 g.
Is Poppadom good for people with insulin resistance?
Poppadom has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Roasted chickpeas.
How does Poppadom affect blood sugar?
Poppadom has a glycemic load of 31.9 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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