Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 5 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 5/100g · GI 49.1 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Overview
What Makes This Version Different
The saturated fat figure here (0.0 per 100g) is the family's floor: about 57% below the family average, where the variants run 0.0-0.0 per 100g. The fiber number (1.1 per 100g) is the lowest in the family, though only slightly below the rest (1.1-1.2 per 100g).
Glycemic load across the 4-item Applesauce group runs 5 to 9.2 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. See the numbers side by side: With salt, With added ascorbic acid, Without salt.
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Practical Tips
💡 Eat Whole, Not Juiced
Whole fruit contains fiber that buffers sugar absorption. Juices remove this fiber, causing a faster glucose spike.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Quick Answers
How does Applesauce without added ascorbic acid rate for blood sugar control?
With a GL of 5.0, Applesauce without added ascorbic acid is in the lowest category for blood sugar impact. It may be a suitable choice within a balanced diabetes eating pattern.
What GL value does Applesauce without added ascorbic acid carry?
Applesauce without added ascorbic acid has a glycemic load of 5.0 per 100g. A standard serving (1 medium, 244.0g) delivers a GL of 12.2. GI data from Sydney University GI Database (Atkinson et al., 2021).
Does Applesauce without added ascorbic acid spike blood sugar?
Applesauce without added ascorbic acid affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 5.0 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 49.1 for Applesauce without added ascorbic acid is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Fruits and Fruit Juices category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 49.1 — subcategory_avg:Fruits and Fruit Juices. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 244.0g) = 5.0 × 244.0 ÷ 100 = 12.2
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171695. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/applesauce-canned-unsweetened-without-added-ascorbic-acid-(includes-foods-for-us/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.