Carrots, canned, no salt added, solids and liquids & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 2.2 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 2.2/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Overview
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
The saturated fat figure here (0.0 per 100g) is the family's floor: about 45% below the family average, where the variants run 0.0-0.0 per 100g. The sodium figure here (34 mg per 100g) is the family's floor: about 81% below the family average, where the variants run 34-242 mg per 100g.
Within this Carrots family (4 versions), GL per 100g spans 2.2 to 2.5 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Compare directly with Drained solids, Solids and liquids, Drained solids.
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| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 62g | 3.3g | 1.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 123g | 6.6g | 2.7 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 246g | 13.2g | 5.4 | Friendly |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Carrots no salt added fit into a diabetes meal plan?
Carrots no salt added is rated diabetes-friendly (GL 2.2) based on available glycemic data. A standard serving is unlikely to cause a sharp blood glucose rise, but individual responses differ.
What GL value does Carrots no salt added carry?
Per 100g, Carrots no salt added has a GL of 2.2. This means one standard serving (1 cup chopped) provides approximately 2.7 GL — which is low.
What happens to blood sugar after eating Carrots no salt added?
The primary way Carrots no salt added affects blood sugar is through its carbohydrate content (5.4g/100g). With a GI of 61.9 (medium) and limited fiber, this produces an overall GL of 2.2 (Low).
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Carrots no salt added 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.
Data 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, 123.0g) = 2.2 × 123.0 ÷ 100 = 2.7
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 169340. 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. “Carrots, canned, no salt added, solids and liquids — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/carrots-canned-no-salt-added-solids-and-liquids/
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.