Whole grain spelt flour
Medium GI
GL 51 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 34 per 100 g
- Good source of dietary fiber
- High glycemic load per serving
Whole grain spelt flour has a glycemic index of 55, the same as plain Spelt flour (55). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 51.
Updated Jul 4, 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 Extremely low in carbohydrates and glycemic load, making it ideal for managing insulin resistance.
Almond flour - GL 17.1 per 100 g High in fiber and significantly lower in net carbohydrates compared to whole grain flours.
Coconut flour - GL 4.5 per 100 g Offers a much higher protein content and a negligible impact on blood sugar levels.
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Forms of Spelt flour
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 62 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.3 g |
| Natural | 1.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 7 g |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good source of dietary fiber
- Contains moderate amount of protein
- High glycemic load per serving
- Contains gluten which may cause inflammation
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole grain spelt flour?
Whole grain spelt flour has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 51; per 100 g the glycemic load is 34.
Is Whole grain spelt flour good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole grain spelt flour has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Spelt flour has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Spelt flour in this database, Sausage bun (spelt flour) has the lowest glycemic load (19 per 100 g).
Check Whole grain spelt flour in the Logi app, with your portion.
