Strawberry jam
Medium GI
GL 42 per 100 g
- Contains some fruit-derived antioxidants
- High added sugar content
Strawberry jam has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169641 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.3 per 100 g This spread offers a near-zero glycemic load compared to the high GL of strawberry jam, making it a much more stable choice for blood sugar management.
Chia seed spread - GL 1 per 100 g Replacing jam with Greek yogurt provides a protein-rich, low-glycemic alternative that significantly reduces the post-meal glucose spike.
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Forms of Strawberry jam
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 20 g | 8.4 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 65 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 50 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 45 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fruit-derived antioxidants
- Low in fat
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic index and load
- Low fiber and protein
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Strawberry jam?
Strawberry jam has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 42 per 100 g.
Is Strawberry jam good for people with insulin resistance?
Strawberry jam has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chia seed spread.
Which form of Strawberry jam has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Strawberry jam in this database, Sugar free strawberry jam has the lowest glycemic load (5 per 100 g).
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