Tootsie Roll
High GI
GL 74.4 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 62 per 100 g
- Low in sodium
- High added sugar content
Tootsie Roll has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 74.4.
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 similar sweet experience with a significantly lower GI (20 vs 70) and GL (4 vs 62), leading to a much smaller blood sugar spike.
Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar) - GL 3 per 100 g Raspberries offer a natural sweetness with a much lower glycemic impact (GI 25, GL 3) compared to the high-sugar Tootsie Roll.
Fresh whole raspberries - Almonds, roasted, no added oil or saltGL 3.2 per 100 g Almonds provide a satisfying crunch and healthy fats with a minimal glycemic load (GL 1), helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 375 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 88 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 56 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 54 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 4.2 g |
| Saturated | 2.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low in sodium
- Long shelf life
- High added sugar content
- Ultra-processed
- High glycemic load
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Tootsie Roll?
Tootsie Roll has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 74.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 62.
Is Tootsie Roll good for people with insulin resistance?
Tootsie Roll 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 Tootsie Roll affect blood sugar?
Tootsie Roll has a glycemic load of 62 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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