Nuts - Glycemic Index Database
Complete glycemic index guide for nuts. Compare 17 foods, find low GI options, and make diabetes-friendly choices.
17
Total Foods
15
Low GI (≤55)
2
Medium GI (56-69)
0
High GI (>70)
Best Nuts for Diabetes
Low glycemic index options that help maintain stable blood sugar
Nuts to Limit with Diabetes
High glycemic index foods that may cause blood sugar spikes
Nuts with Low Glycemic Index Chart (≤55) - Best for Blood Sugar Control
These nuts have a low glycemic index, causing a slow and steady rise in blood sugar. Ideal for diabetes management and sustained energy.
Peanut
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
567
calories
16.1g
carbs
2.4
GL
Protein: 25.8gFat: 49.2g
Peanuts - Dry Roasted
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
599
calories
15.3g
carbs
2.3
GL
Protein: 28gFat: 52.5g
Walnuts
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
654
calories
7g
carbs
1.1
GL
Protein: 15.2gFat: 65.2g
Pine nuts
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
670
calories
19g
carbs
2.9
GL
Protein: 12gFat: 61g
Almond
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
609
calories
13g
carbs
1.9
GL
Protein: 18.6gFat: 53.7g
Walnut
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
654
calories
14g
carbs
2.1
GL
Protein: 15gFat: 65g
Hazelnut
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
628
calories
17g
carbs
2.5
GL
Protein: 15gFat: 61g
Pistachios
Nuts
GI 15
Glycemic Index15 (Low)
0
55
70
100
562
calories
28g
carbs
4.2
GL
Protein: 20gFat: 45g
Nuts - mix with raisins
Nuts
GI 21
Glycemic Index21 (Low)
0
55
70
100
483
calories
46.6g
carbs
9.8
GL
Protein: 11.2gFat: 27.9g
Cashew nuts - salted
Nuts
GI 22
Glycemic Index22 (Low)
0
55
70
100
570
calories
30g
carbs
6.6
GL
Protein: 17gFat: 42g
Acorns
Nuts
GI 25
Glycemic Index25 (Low)
0
55
70
100
387
calories
41g
carbs
10.3
GL
Protein: 6gFat: 24g
Cashew nuts
Nuts
GI 25
Glycemic Index25 (Low)
0
55
70
100
643
calories
12.6g
carbs
3.1
GL
Protein: 25.5gFat: 53.6g
Hazelnuts
Nuts
GI 25
Glycemic Index25 (Low)
0
55
70
100
704
calories
9.9g
carbs
2.5
GL
Protein: 16.1gFat: 66.9g
White almond paste, puree without sweeteners
Nuts
GI 35
Glycemic Index35 (Low)
0
55
70
100
458
calories
47.8g
carbs
16.7
GL
Protein: 9gFat: 27.7g
Coconut
Nuts
GI 45
Glycemic Index45 (Low)
0
55
70
100
97
calories
1.7g
carbs
0.8
GL
Protein: 1.5gFat: 9.3g
Nuts with Medium Glycemic Index Chart (56-69) - Moderate Impact
These nuts have a moderate glycemic index. Best consumed with protein or fiber to minimize blood sugar impact.