Macadamia nuts
Low GI
GL 0.3 per piece (28 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- High monounsaturated fat content
- High calorie density
Macadamia nuts has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (28 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.3.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 3 g | 0 |
| 1 tablespoon | 8 g | 0.1 |
| 1 oz (approx. 10-12 kernels) | 28 g | 0.3 |
| 1 cup | 134 g | 1.3 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 718 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.6 g |
| Natural | 4.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 8.6 g |
| Soluble | 2.6 g |
| Insoluble | 6 g |
| Protein | 7.9 g |
| Fat | 75.8 g |
| Saturated | 12.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 63.7 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High monounsaturated fat content
- Very low glycemic load
- Good source of fiber
- High calorie density
- Low protein content
- Low water content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Macadamia nuts?
Macadamia nuts has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (28 g) has a glycemic load of 0.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Macadamia nuts good for people with insulin resistance?
Macadamia nuts has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Macadamia nuts affect blood sugar?
Macadamia nuts has a glycemic load of 1 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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