Sour cherries (raw)
Low GI
GL 4.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 3 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Moderate carbohydrate density
Sour cherries (raw) has a glycemic index of 22, the same as plain Cherries (22). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.5.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Sour cherries (raw) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 12.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8.5 g |
| Natural | 8.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.48 g |
| Insoluble | 1.12 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Low glycemic index
- Excellent hydration source
- Moderate carbohydrate density
- Lower fiber-to-carb ratio compared to berries
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sour cherries (raw)?
Sour cherries (raw) has a glycemic index of 22 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 4.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 3.
Is Sour cherries (raw) good for people with insulin resistance?
Sour cherries (raw) has a low glycemic index (22), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cherries has the lowest glycemic load?
Sour cherries (raw) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Cherries in this database (3 per 100 g).
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