Pickles, cucumber, sour, low sodium & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0.7 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0.7/100g · 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 Overview
Compared With Its Close Variants
Fiber runs highest in this version — 1.2 per 100g, about 13% above the family average against a 1-1.2 per 100g range. This version sits at the low end for saturated fat: 0.1 per 100g, about 29% below the family average (family spread 0.1-0.1 per 100g).
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Dill or kosher dill (GL 0.9) and the heaviest is Low sodium (includes bread and butter pickles) (GL 20.2); this one is low gl. Glycemic load across the 6-item Pickles group runs 0.7 to 20.2 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. The rest of the family: Low sodium (includes bread and butter pickles), Dill or kosher dill, Reduced sodium.
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Practical Tips
💡 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.
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Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Quick Answers
Can Pickles cucumber sour low sodium fit into a diabetes meal plan?
Pickles cucumber sour low sodium scores a GL of 0.7 on the glycemic scale. For context, ≤10 is considered low. This is general dietary information and should not replace personalized guidance from your care team.
What is the glycemic load of Pickles cucumber sour low sodium?
Pickles cucumber sour low sodium has a glycemic load of 0.7 per 100g. A standard serving (1 cup cooked, 135.0g) delivers a GL of 0.9. GI data from Sydney University GI Database (Atkinson et al., 2021).
How does Pickles cucumber sour low sodium affect blood sugar?
With 1.2g of fiber per 100g, Pickles cucumber sour low sodium's GL of 0.7 means the blood sugar impact is low. 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 Pickles cucumber sour low sodium 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.
References & Data 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, 135.0g) = 0.7 × 135.0 ÷ 100 = 0.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 168562. 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. “Pickles, cucumber, sour, low sodium — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/pickles-cucumber-sour-low-sodium/
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.