Refined wheat flour
High GI
GL 89.1 per cup (137 g) · GL 65 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Very high glycemic index and load
Refined wheat flour has a glycemic index of 85, higher than plain Wheat flour (75). One cup (137 g) adds a glycemic load of 89.1.
Updated Apr 1, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168913 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic impact and higher healthy fat and protein content, making it ideal for managing insulin levels.
Almond flour - GL 17.1 per 100 g Its high fiber content slows digestion and prevents sharp spikes in blood glucose compared to wheat flour.
Coconut flour - GL 0.1 per 100 g It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, which helps improve insulin sensitivity while acting as a nutritious binder.
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Forms of Wheat flour
- GI 75 · GL 57 per 100 g
Wheat flour - Fermented wheat flourGI 55 · GL 37 per 100 g fermented
- GI 51 · GL 37 per 100 g whole
Whole wheat flour - GI 55 · GL 39 per 100 g sprouted
Sprouted flour wheat - Malted wheat flourGI 65 · GL 46 per 100 g malted
- GI 75 · GL 47 per 100 g rumali roti
Flour flatbread - Second-grade wheat flourGI 70 · GL 48 per 100 g second grade
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, unsifted, dipped | 137 g | 89.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 364 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 76.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.3 g |
| Natural | 0.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 10.3 g |
| Fat | 0.98 g |
| Saturated | 0.16 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.82 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Contains moderate protein
- Very high glycemic index and load
- Low nutrient density after processing
- Rapid blood glucose spike potential
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Refined wheat flour?
Refined wheat flour has a glycemic index of 85 (High). One cup (137 g) has a glycemic load of 89.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 65.
Is Refined wheat flour good for people with insulin resistance?
Refined wheat flour has a high glycemic index (85) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Wheat flour has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Wheat flour in this database, Fermented wheat flour has the lowest glycemic load (37 per 100 g).
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