Corn, sweet, yellow, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt & Diabetes
Moderate glycemic impact — consider portion size. Glycemic load of 11.5 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 11.5/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition at a Glance
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
Protein runs highest in this version — 3.4 per 100g, about 31% above the family average against a 1.7-3.4 per 100g range. The sodium figure here (1 mg per 100g) is the family's floor: about 99% below the family average, where the variants run 1-272 mg per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Canned (GL 7) and the heaviest is Frozen (GL 11.5); this one is eat in moderation. Glycemic load across the 33-item Corn group runs 7 to 12.8 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Closest variants worth comparing: Canned, Canned, Cooked.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 52g | 10.9g | 6.0 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 103g | 21.6g | 11.8 | Moderate |
| Restaurant Portion | 206g | 43.2g | 23.7 | 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.
Related Vegetables and Vegetable Products Options
Tips for Enjoying It
💡 Cook Lightly or Eat Raw
Overcooking breaks down vegetable fiber and can increase glycemic impact. Light steaming preserves structure and nutrients.
💡 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.
Quick Answers
Is Corn sweet yellow good for diabetes?
With a GL of 11.5, Corn sweet yellow is in the 'eat in moderation' category. A small serving is fine, but don't make it the centerpiece of your meal without balancing it out.
What GL value does Corn sweet yellow carry?
Corn sweet yellow's glycemic load: 11.5 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
Does Corn sweet yellow spike blood sugar?
With 2.4g of fiber per 100g, Corn sweet yellow's GL of 11.5 means the blood sugar impact is moderate. The carbohydrates digest and absorb at a moderate pace. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Corn sweet yellow 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, 103.0g) = 11.5 × 103.0 ÷ 100 = 11.8
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 169999. 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. “Corn, sweet, yellow, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/corn-sweet-yellow-cooked-boiled-drained-without-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.