Nuts, walnuts, black, dried & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0.7 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0.7/100g · GI 24.5 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
How This Food Affects Blood Sugar
Key Nutrition Data
This Version vs the Family
This version sits at the low end for saturated fat: 3.5 per 100g, about 31% below the family average (family spread 3.5-6.1 per 100g). This version carries the most protein in the Nuts group: 24.1 per 100g, about 91% above the family average (spread 8.3 to 24.1 per 100g).
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Dried (GL 0.7) and the heaviest is Glazed (GL 10.8); this one is low gl. Within this Nuts family (4 versions), GL per 100g spans 0.7 to 10.8 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Closest variants worth comparing: Glazed, English, With salt added.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 62g | 5.9g | 0.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 125g | 12.0g | 0.9 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 250g | 23.9g | 1.8 | Friendly |
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.
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.
Other Nut and Seed Products Foods
🥜 Nuts
🟡 Eat in Moderation · GL 12/100g
🥜 Seeds
🟢 Low GL · GL 6.4/100g
🥜 Seeds
🟢 Low GL · GL 8.8/100g
Common Questions
Is Nuts walnuts black good for diabetes?
Based on its glycemic load of 0.7, Nuts walnuts black falls within the diabetes-friendly range. This suggests lower blood sugar impact for the stated serving size. This is a dietary reference, not individual medical guidance.
What is the glycemic load of Nuts walnuts black?
Per 100g, Nuts walnuts black has a GL of 0.7. This means one standard serving (125g) provides approximately 0.9 GL — which is low.
How does Nuts walnuts black affect blood sugar?
After eating Nuts walnuts black, you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 0.7 means a gentle rise. This can vary based on what else you eat with it.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 24.5 for Nuts walnuts black is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Nut and Seed 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.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 24.5 — subcategory_avg:Nut and Seed Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 125.0g) = 0.7 × 125.0 ÷ 100 = 0.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170186. 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. “Nuts, walnuts, black, dried — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/nuts-walnuts-black-dried/
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.