Crustaceans, shrimp, raw & 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
Key Nutrition Data
Version Differences at a Glance
On saturated fat, this version lands mid-range: 0.1 per 100g, inside a family spread of 0.1 to 0.5 per 100g. The sodium figure (119 mg per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 111-947 mg per 100g.
Closest variants worth comparing: Cooked, Cooked, Raw (may contain additives to retain moisture).
Simple Ways to Balance It
💡 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
🐟 Mollusks, snail, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Mollusks, snail, raw & diabetes →🐟 Turtle, green, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Turtle, green, raw & diabetes →🐟 Jellyfish, dried, salted
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Jellyfish, dried, salted & diabetes →🐟 Frog legs, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frog legs, raw & diabetes →Explore More in Finfish and Shellfish Products
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 42g | 0.0g | 0.0 | High |
| Standard Serving | 85g | 0.0g | 0.0 | High |
| Restaurant Portion | 170g | 0.0g | 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.
Questions People Ask
Is shrimp good for diabetes?
Yes — shrimp has a glycemic load of just 0 (GL ≤10), meaning it has minimal impact on blood sugar in standard servings. Individual responses vary — monitor your own glucose when trying new foods.
How much GL does shrimp have per serving?
shrimp's glycemic load: 0 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How quickly does shrimp raise blood sugar?
shrimp affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 0 (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 0 for shrimp 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.
Methodology & 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, 85.0g) = 0 × 85.0 ÷ 100 = 0.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 175179. 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, shrimp, raw — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/crustaceans-shrimp-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.