Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan
Low GI
GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Highly processed wheat isolate
Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan has a glycemic index of 15 (Low).
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan
- Seitan-Based ProteinGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g based protein
- GI 35 · GL 2 per 100 g grilled
Grilled seitan (minimal oil) - GI 35 · GL 2 per 100 g salted
Salted seitan - Seitan blendGI 25 · GL 2 per 100 g blend
- Seitan burger patty (organic)GI 40 · GL 3 per 100 g patty
- Vegan seitan chorizoGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g chorizo
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 14 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.4 g |
| Natural | 0.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 75 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 370 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Excellent source of plant protein
- Very low in sugar and fat
- Highly processed wheat isolate
- Low micronutrient density
- Lacks complete amino acid profile
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan?
Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 2 per 100 g.
Is Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan good for people with insulin resistance?
Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pure Wheat Gluten Seitan in this database, Seitan-Based Protein has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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