Wheat bran
Low GI
GL 5.8 per cup (58 g) · GL 10 per 100 g
- Extremely high fiber content
- May cause digestive discomfort in excess
Wheat bran has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (58 g) adds a glycemic load of 5.8.
Updated Aug 2, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Wheat bran
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 4 g | 0.4 |
| 1 cup | 58 g | 5.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 216 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 64.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.4 g |
| Natural | 0.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 42.8 g |
| Soluble | 12.8 g |
| Insoluble | 30 g |
| Protein | 15.6 g |
| Fat | 4.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 3.6 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely high fiber content
- Low glycemic index and load
- Good source of protein
- May cause digestive discomfort in excess
- Contains gluten
- Low in some essential micronutrients compared to whole wheat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Wheat bran?
Wheat bran has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (58 g) has a glycemic load of 5.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 10.
Is Wheat bran good for people with insulin resistance?
Wheat bran has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Wheat bran has the lowest glycemic load?
Wheat bran has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Wheat bran in this database (10 per 100 g).
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