Broadbeans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 6.3 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 6.3/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
Nutrition Overview
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Questions People Ask
Is Broadbeans immature seeds good for diabetes?
With a GL of 6.3, Broadbeans immature seeds is in the lowest category for blood sugar impact. It may be a suitable choice within a balanced diabetes eating pattern.
Where does Broadbeans immature seeds sit on the glycemic load scale?
Broadbeans immature seeds's glycemic load: 6.3 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How quickly does Broadbeans immature seeds raise blood sugar?
After eating Broadbeans immature seeds, you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 6.3 means a gentle rise. This can vary based on what else you eat with it.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Broadbeans immature seeds is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Vegetables and Vegetable 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.
Methodology & Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 61.9 — subcategory_avg:Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 100g) = 6.3 × 100 ÷ 100 = 6.3
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 169328. 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. “Broadbeans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/broadbeans-immature-seeds-cooked-boiled-drained-with-salt/
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.