Babyfood, juice, orange and apple & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 4.6 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 4.6/100g · GI 45.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
Nutrition at a Glance
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-saturated fat version in the Babyfood group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 0.0 per 100g. At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-fiber version in the Babyfood group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 0.5 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Pear (GL 5.4) and the heaviest is Fruit medley (GL 39.5); this one is low gl. The Babyfood family's GL range is 4.3-39.5 per 100g across 19 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. Compare directly with Fruit medley, Mixed fruit, Orange and pineapple.
Other Baby Foods Foods
How to Include It
💡 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.
💡 Fiber Is Your Friend
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate absorption. Aim for at least 3g of fiber per serving of carbohydrate foods.
Alternatives to Consider
🍽️ Babyfood, meat, chicken, strained
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, chicken, strained & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, lamb, strained
GL 0.4/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, lamb, strained & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, meat sticks, junior
GL 0.4/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, meat sticks, junior & diabetes →🍽️ Babyfood, meat, turkey sticks, junior
GL 0.5/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Babyfood, meat, turkey sticks, junior & diabetes →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 64g | 6.5g | 2.9 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 127g | 12.8g | 5.8 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 254g | 25.7g | 11.7 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Quick Answers
How does juice orange and apple rate for blood sugar control?
According to its GL of 4.6 and fiber content of 0g, juice orange and apple has a favorable nutritional profile for blood sugar management. This is a dietary reference based on published data.
What GL value does juice orange and apple carry?
GL = 4.6 per 100g for juice orange and apple. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. juice orange and apple falls into the Low category.
How does juice orange and apple affect blood sugar?
With only 0g of fiber per 100g, juice orange and apple's GL of 4.6 means the blood sugar impact is low. The carbohydrates digest and absorb quickly. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 45.6 for juice orange and apple is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Baby Foods 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.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 45.6 — subcategory_avg:Baby Foods. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 127.0g) = 4.6 × 127.0 ÷ 100 = 5.8
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171355. 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. “Babyfood, juice, orange and apple — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/babyfood-juice-orange-and-apple/
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.