Sake lees
Medium GI
GL 23 per 100 g
- Contains dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
Sake lees has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g Tofu spread offers a much lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 23) and provides a similar savory, spreadable texture.
Plant-based tofu paste with horseradish - GL 14 per 100 g Miso paste is a fermented soy product that serves as a closer culinary substitute for sake lees in marinades and dressings while significantly lowering the glycemic load (GL 14 vs 23).
Miso paste - GL 5 per 100 g Nutritional yeast provides a savory, umami-rich flavor profile similar to sake lees with a much lower glycemic impact (GL 5 vs 23).
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 35 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8 g |
| Natural | 8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.3 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Source of protein
- Contains B vitamins and amino acids
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed by fermentation
- Contains residual alcohol and sugars
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sake lees?
Sake lees has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 23 per 100 g.
Is Sake lees good for people with insulin resistance?
Sake lees has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Plant-based tofu paste with horseradish.
How does Sake lees affect blood sugar?
Sake lees has a glycemic load of 23 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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