Rhubarb fruit preparation
Medium GI
GL 15 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High added sugar
Rhubarb fruit preparation has a glycemic index of 55, higher than plain Rhubarb (15).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Simmered rhubarb stalks with cinnamonGL 1 per 100 g This swap significantly lowers the glycemic load from 15 to 1 and the GI from 55 to 15, providing the same flavor profile without the added sugar.
- GL 5 per 100 g This provides a similar jam-like consistency for toppings while reducing the glycemic load by two-thirds compared to the original preparation.
Homemade berry chia jam (no added sugar) - GL 1 per 100 g Using erythritol instead of sugar drastically reduces the glycemic impact, lowering the GL from 15 to 1.
Strawberries gently cooked with erythritol
Forms of Rhubarb
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 24 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Low fat content
- High added sugar
- Moderate glycemic load
- Low protein content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Rhubarb fruit preparation?
Rhubarb fruit preparation has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 15 per 100 g.
Is Rhubarb fruit preparation good for people with insulin resistance?
Rhubarb fruit preparation has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Simmered rhubarb stalks with cinnamon.
Which form of Rhubarb has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Rhubarb in this database, Cooked rhubarb has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
Check Rhubarb fruit preparation in the Logi app, with your portion.
