Beans, baked, home prepared & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 6.3 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 6.3/100g · GI 38.8 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
The Numbers at a Glance
Compared With Its Close Variants
The sugar figure here (0 per 100g) is the family's floor: well below the family average, where the variants run 0-8.2 per 100g. This version carries the most calories in the Beans group: 155 per 100g, about 41% above the family average (spread 94 to 155 per 100g).
The Beans family's GL range is 3.3-6.7 per 100g across 8 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. The rest of the family: With franks, With pork and sweet sauce, With pork and tomato sauce.
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| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 126g | 27.3g | 7.9 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 253g | 54.7g | 15.9 | Moderate |
| Restaurant Portion | 506g | 109.4g | 31.9 | High |
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.
Tips for Enjoying 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.
Questions People Ask
What do the numbers say about Beans home prepared and blood sugar?
Beans home prepared has a GL of 6.3 — in the lower range. The carbs are released slowly, or there simply aren't many carbs to begin with. As always, check your personal glucose response.
What GL value does Beans home prepared carry?
GL = 6.3 per 100g for Beans home prepared. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. Beans home prepared falls into the Low category.
How quickly does Beans home prepared raise blood sugar?
The primary way Beans home prepared affects blood sugar is through its carbohydrate content (21.6g/100g). With a GI of 38.8 (low) and limited fiber, this produces an overall GL of 6.3 (Low).
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 38.8 for Beans home prepared is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Legumes and Legume Products 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): 38.8 — subcategory_avg:Legumes and Legume Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 253.0g) = 6.3 × 253.0 ÷ 100 = 15.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 173731. 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. “Beans, baked, home prepared — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/beans-baked-home-prepared/
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.