Sweet potatoes
Low GI
GL 13.3 per cup (133 g) · GL 10 per 100 g
- Good source of fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
Sweet potatoes has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (133 g) adds a glycemic load of 13.3.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168482 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Sweet potatoes
- CarrotGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g small portion
- GI 50 · GL 10 per 100 g steamed
Fresh sweet potato, steamed without additives - GI 44 · GL 12 per 100 g purple
Purple sweet potato - Sweet potato oven fries with olive oilGI 50 · GL 12 per 100 g bakedstrips
- GI 61 · GL 12.3 per 100 g skin on
Sweet Potato with Skin - GI 63 · GL 13 per 100 g boiled
Mashed sweet potatoes - GI 70 · GL 15 per 100 g roasted
Sweet potatoes roasted with minimal oil and seasoning
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, cubes | 133 g | 13.3 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 86 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.2 g |
| Natural | 4.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2 g |
| Protein | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.01 g |
| Sodium | 55 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good source of fiber
- Rich in vitamins and antioxidants
- Moderate glycemic load
- Starch-heavy carbohydrate profile
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sweet potatoes?
Sweet potatoes has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (133 g) has a glycemic load of 13.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 10.
Is Sweet potatoes good for people with insulin resistance?
Sweet potatoes has a low glycemic index (50), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Sweet potatoes has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Sweet potatoes in this database, Carrot has the lowest glycemic load (3 per 100 g).
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