Wheat starch
GI 85 · HighGL 72 / 100 g2/10
High GI
85 GI
GL 72 per 100 g
Logi score 2/10
- Very low fat content
- Extremely high glycemic index and load
Wheat starch has a glycemic index of 85 (High).
Updated Jul 18, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g Almond flour has a significantly lower GI of 5 and GL of 1, which will cause a much smaller blood sugar response compared to wheat starch.
Almond flour - GL 4.5 per 100 g Lupin flour is a high-protein, low-glycemic alternative with a GL of only 2, helping to stabilize blood glucose levels.
Lupin flour - GL 17.1 per 100 g Coconut flour has a much lower GL of 8.1 compared to wheat starch, making it a better option for managing post-meal blood sugar spikes.
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Forms of Wheat starch
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
350
Calories
85 g
Carbs
0.3 g
Protein
0.1 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 85 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.1 g |
| Natural | 0.1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.06 g |
| Insoluble | 0.14 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.08 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
75%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Very low fat content
- Virtually no added sugars
- Extremely high glycemic index and load
- Very low fiber and protein
- Highly processed refined carbohydrate
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Wheat starch?
Wheat starch has a glycemic index of 85 (High) and a glycemic load of 72 per 100 g.
Is Wheat starch good for people with insulin resistance?
Wheat starch has a high glycemic index (85) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Wheat starch has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Wheat starch in this database, Resistant wheat starch has the lowest glycemic load (20 per 100 g).
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