Whole wheat pita bread
Medium GI
GL 33.6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 28 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Whole wheat pita bread has a glycemic index of 57 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 33.6.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 2.7 per 100 g This wrap offers a significantly lower glycemic load (1 vs 28) while maintaining a similar grain-based texture and usage profile.
Flaxseed wrap - GL 2 per 100 g A vegetable-based alternative that drastically reduces the glycemic impact (GL 2 vs 28) for a similar sandwich or wrap experience.
Cauliflower wrap (homemade) - GL 1 per 100 g This nut-based option provides a much lower glycemic response (GL 1 vs 28) and is a common, satisfying substitute for traditional flatbreads.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.5 g |
| Soluble | 1.3 g |
| Insoluble | 5.2 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low added sugar
- Moderate protein
- Moderate glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Refined grain product
Allergens
Recipes with Whole wheat pita bread
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole wheat pita bread?
Whole wheat pita bread has a glycemic index of 57 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 33.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 28.
Is Whole wheat pita bread good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole wheat pita bread has a medium glycemic index (57). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Flaxseed wrap.
How does Whole wheat pita bread affect blood sugar?
Whole wheat pita bread has a glycemic load of 28 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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