Sorghum flour
Medium GI
GL 72 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 48 per 100 g
- Gluten-free whole grain
- Moderate glycemic index
Sorghum flour has a glycemic index of 62 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 72.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 0.3 per 100 g Almond flour has a significantly lower GL of 1 compared to 48, leading to a much smaller impact on blood sugar.
Almond flour - GL 26.5 per 100 g Coconut flour offers a much lower GL of 3, which helps maintain more stable blood glucose levels than sorghum flour.
Coconut flour - GL 4.5 per 100 g Lupin flour provides a much lower GL of 2, making it a superior choice for managing glycemic response.
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Sorghum flour is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 359 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 77 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.6 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 4.6 g |
| Protein | 8.4 g |
| Fat | 3.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.8 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Gluten-free whole grain
- Good fiber content
- Contains plant protein
- Moderate glycemic index
- Lower in micronutrients than some grains
- Refined versions may have less fiber
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sorghum flour?
Sorghum flour has a glycemic index of 62 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 72; per 100 g the glycemic load is 48.
Is Sorghum flour good for people with insulin resistance?
Sorghum flour has a medium glycemic index (62). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
How does Sorghum flour affect blood sugar?
Sorghum flour has a glycemic load of 48 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Sorghum flour in the Logi app, with your portion.
