Toasted wheat germ
Medium GI
GL 4.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 28 per 100 g
- High protein content
- High glycemic load
Toasted wheat germ has a glycemic index of 55, higher than plain Wheat germ (15). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.2.
Updated Apr 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 360 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 51.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7.5 g |
| Natural | 7.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 13 g |
| Soluble | 3.9 g |
| Insoluble | 9.1 g |
| Protein | 23.2 g |
| Fat | 9.7 g |
| Saturated | 1.6 g |
| Unsaturated | 8.1 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein content
- Good source of dietary fiber
- High glycemic load
- Significant carbohydrate content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Toasted wheat germ?
Toasted wheat germ has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 4.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 28.
Is Toasted wheat germ good for people with insulin resistance?
Toasted wheat germ has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chia seeds.
Which form of Wheat germ has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Wheat germ in this database, Wheat germ has the lowest glycemic load (8 per 100 g).
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