Skittles
GI 70 · HighGL 63 / 100 g1/10
High GI
70 GI
GL 63 per 100 g
Logi score 1/10
- Low sodium content
- Extremely high added sugar
Skittles has a glycemic index of 70 (High).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 4 per 100 g Dark chocolate provides a satisfying sweet experience with a significantly lower GI of 20 and GL of 4, preventing the sharp blood sugar spike caused by Skittles.
Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar) - GL 3 per 100 g Whole raspberries offer natural sweetness and fiber, resulting in a much lower GL of 3 compared to the high glycemic load of 63 in Skittles.
Fresh whole raspberries - GL 3.2 per 100 g Almonds provide healthy fats and protein that stabilize blood sugar, with a minimal GL of 1 compared to the high-sugar impact of Skittles.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
405
Calories
90 g
Carbs
0.1 g
Protein
4 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 405 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 90 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 75 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 75 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
95%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Low sodium content
- Fat-free (almost)
- Extremely high added sugar
- Ultra-processed
- Very high glycemic index and load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Skittles?
Skittles has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 63 per 100 g.
Is Skittles good for people with insulin resistance?
Skittles has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar).
How does Skittles affect blood sugar?
Skittles has a glycemic load of 63 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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