Cherries, sour, red, canned, extra heavy syrup pack, solids and liquids & Diabetes
Moderate glycemic impact — consider portion size. Glycemic load of 14 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 14/100g · GI 49.1 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
Key Nutrition Data
What Makes This Version Different
The calories figure here is the family ceiling — 114 per 100g, well above the family average, where variants run 36-114 per 100g. The glycemic load figure here is the family ceiling — 14 per 100g, about 2.2 times the family average, where variants run 3.8-14 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Water pack (GL 4.5) and the heaviest is Canned (GL 10.9); this one is eat in moderation. The Cherries family's GL range is 3.8-14 per 100g across 7 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. Compare directly with Canned, Water pack, Raw.
What to Watch For
⚠️ Low Dietary Fiber
Cherries, sour, red, canned, extra heavy syrup pack, solids and liquids contains only 0.8g of fiber per 100g — far below the recommended threshold for diabetes-friendly carbohydrates. Without fiber to slow digestion, the starches break down rapidly in the small intestine, causing a quicker glucose release into the bloodstream. The American Diabetes Association recommends choosing high-fiber carbohydrates (≥3g per serving) to help stabilize post-meal blood sugar. Pairing Cherries, sour, red, canned, extra heavy syrup pack, solids and liquids with high-fiber vegetables or legumes can partially offset this effect.
ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (2024). Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1).
Better Alternatives
🍎 Olives, pickled, canned or bottled, green
GL 0.3/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.3g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Olives, pickled, canned or bottled, green & diabetes →🍎 Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties
GL 0.9/100g — Low GL
Fiber 6.7g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties & diabetes →🍎 Avocados, raw, California
GL 0.9/100g — Low GL
Fiber 6.8g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Avocados, raw, California & diabetes →🍎 Avocados, raw, Florida
GL 1.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 5.6g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Avocados, raw, Florida & diabetes →Practical Tips
💡 Pair With Protein & Fiber
Eating alongside lean protein and non-starchy vegetables slows gastric emptying and blunts the post-meal blood sugar rise.
💡 Eat Whole, Not Juiced
Whole fruit contains fiber that buffers sugar absorption. Juices remove this fiber, causing a faster glucose spike.
💡 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.
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FAQ
Is Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack good for diabetes?
Yes, but in moderation. Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack has a moderate GL of 14.0, 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 Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack?
GL = 14.0 per 100g for Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack falls into the Moderate category.
How does Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack affect blood sugar?
With only 0.8g of fiber per 100g, Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack's GL of 14.0 means the blood sugar impact is moderate. The carbohydrates digest and absorb quickly. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Why is fiber important for blood sugar control?
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate digestion and absorption, leading to a more gradual blood sugar rise. Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack has only 0.8g of fiber per 100g, which is one reason its glycemic load (14.0) is moderate. The ADA recommends choosing carbs with at least 3g of fiber per serving. Adding high-fiber foods like vegetables or legumes to your meal can help compensate.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 49.1 for Cherries sour red extra heavy syrup pack is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Fruits and Fruit Juices 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.
References & Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 49.1 — subcategory_avg:Fruits and Fruit Juices. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 261.0g) = 14.0 × 261.0 ÷ 100 = 36.5
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171717. 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. “Cherries, sour, red, canned, extra heavy syrup pack, solids and liquids — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/cherries-sour-red-canned-extra-heavy-syrup-pack-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.