Carob flour & Diabetes
Moderate glycemic impact — consider portion size. Glycemic load of 19 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 19/100g · GI 38.8 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition at a Glance
Simple Ways to Balance 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.
Related Legumes and Legume Products Options
🟢 Low GL · GL 4.5/100g
🟢 Low GL · GL 6.7/100g
🟢 Low GL · GL 3.5/100g
Worth Comparing
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GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.6g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
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GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
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GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Vitasoy USA Organic Nasoya, Soft Tofu & diabetes →🫘 Vitasoy USA Azumaya, Silken Tofu
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Vitasoy USA Azumaya, Silken Tofu & diabetes →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 52g | 46.2g | 9.9 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 103g | 91.5g | 19.6 | High |
| Restaurant Portion | 206g | 183.1g | 39.1 | 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.
Questions People Ask
Is Carob flour good for diabetes?
Yes, but in moderation. Carob flour has a moderate GL of 19.0, so watch how much you eat. The ADA emphasizes that it's the overall dietary pattern that matters most.
What is the glycemic load of Carob flour?
Per 100g, Carob flour has a GL of 19.0. This means one standard serving (103g) provides approximately 19.6 GL — which is moderate.
Does Carob flour spike blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Carob flour: Moderate. The key factors are its GI (38.8) and available carb content (49.1g/100g), which together produce a GL of 19.0.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 38.8 for Carob flour 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.
Methodology & 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, 103.0g) = 19.0 × 103.0 ÷ 100 = 19.6
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 173755. 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. “Carob flour — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/carob-flour/
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.