Crustaceans, crab, blue, crab cakes, home recipe & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0/100g · GI None · TIER 4 ⚠️ GI: Low-Carb Estimate
GI estimated by low-carbohydrate inference — not directly tested. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
The Numbers at a Glance
What Makes This Version Different
The saturated fat figure here is the family ceiling — 1.5 per 100g, about 9.1 times the family average, where variants run 0.1-1.5 per 100g. The calories figure here is the family ceiling — 155 per 100g, about 67% above the family average, where variants run 83-155 per 100g.
Compare directly with Canned, Raw, Cooked.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 30g | 0.1g | 0.0 | High |
| Standard Serving | 60g | 0.3g | 0.0 | High |
| Restaurant Portion | 120g | 0.6g | 0.0 | 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.
Practical Guidance
💡 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.
Better Alternatives
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Turtle, green, raw & diabetes →🐟 Jellyfish, dried, salted
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Jellyfish, dried, salted & diabetes →🐟 Frog legs, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
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Frog legs, raw & diabetes →Common Questions
Is crab blue crab cakes home recipe good for diabetes?
With a GL of 0, crab blue crab cakes home recipe is in the lowest category for blood sugar impact. It may be a suitable choice within a balanced diabetes eating pattern.
What is the glycemic load of crab blue crab cakes home recipe?
The glycemic load of crab blue crab cakes home recipe is 0 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (0) by the available carbohydrates (0.5g) and dividing by 100.
What happens to blood sugar after eating crab blue crab cakes home recipe?
Blood sugar impact of crab blue crab cakes home recipe: Low. The key factors are its GI (0) and available carb content (0.5g/100g), which together produce a GL of 0.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 0 for crab blue crab cakes home recipe is estimated (Tier 4), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Finfish and Shellfish 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.
References & Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 4 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 0 — None. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 60.0g) = 0 × 60.0 ÷ 100 = 0.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171967. 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. “Crustaceans, crab, blue, crab cakes, home recipe — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/crustaceans-crab-blue-crab-cakes-home-recipe/
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.