Cherries, sweet, raw & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 6.8 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 6.8/100g · GI 49.1 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Profile
How This Version Compares
The protein figure here is the family ceiling — 1.1 per 100g, about 57% above the family average, where variants run 0.6-1.1 per 100g. At 0 mg per 100g, this is the lowest-sodium version in the Cherries group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 3 mg per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Pitted (GL 9.2) and the heaviest is Extra heavy syrup pack (GL 12.1); this one is low gl. The Cherries family's GL range is 5-12.1 per 100g across 7 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. Closest variants worth comparing: Extra heavy syrup pack, Light syrup pack, Water pack.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 69g | 11.0g | 4.7 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 138g | 22.1g | 9.4 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 276g | 44.2g | 18.8 | Moderate |
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.
Lower-GL 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 →Other Fruits and Fruit Juices Foods
Common Questions
Is Cherries sweet good for diabetes?
Cherries sweet has a GL of 6.8 — 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.
Where does Cherries sweet sit on the glycemic load scale?
Cherries sweet's glycemic load: 6.8 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
What happens to blood sugar after eating Cherries sweet?
Cherries sweet affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 6.8 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 49.1 for Cherries sweet 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.
Methodology & 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, 138.0g) = 6.8 × 138.0 ÷ 100 = 9.4
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171719. 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, sweet, raw — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/cherries-sweet-raw/
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.