Ugali
GI 70 · HighGL 17 / 100 g4/10
High GI
70 GI
GL 17 per 100 g
Logi score 4/10
- Low fat content
- High glycemic index
Ugali has a glycemic index of 70 (High).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Steamed and mashed cauliflowerGL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower mash offers a dramatic reduction in glycemic impact, with a GL of 1 compared to 17, making it an excellent low-carb alternative.
- GL 11 per 100 g Quinoa provides a more moderate glycemic response with a lower GI of 53 and GL of 11, offering a more stable energy release than ugali.
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Ugali is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
110
Calories
24 g
Carbs
2.5 g
Protein
0.5 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 24 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.2 g |
| Natural | 0.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
45%
Moderate
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- No added sugars
- High glycemic index
- Low fiber content
- Low protein content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Ugali?
Ugali has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 17 per 100 g.
Is Ugali good for people with insulin resistance?
Ugali has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Steamed and mashed cauliflower.
How does Ugali affect blood sugar?
Ugali has a glycemic load of 17 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Ugali in the Logi app, with your portion.
