Potatoes, hash brown, home-prepared & Diabetes
High glycemic impact — occasional choice only. Glycemic load of 19.8 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 19.8/100g · GI 61.9 · 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
Nutrition Overview
This Version vs the Family
The sodium figure here is the family ceiling — 342 mg per 100g, about 6.1 times the family average, where variants run 15-342 mg per 100g. The sugar figure here is the family ceiling — 1.5 per 100g, about 3.8 times the family average, where variants run 0-1.5 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Plain (GL 10.1) and the heaviest is Home-prepared (GL 19.8); this one is limit. The Potatoes family's GL range is 9.5-19.8 per 100g across 7 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. The rest of the family: With butter sauce, Plain, With butter sauce.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 78g | 27.4g | 15.4 | Moderate |
| Standard Serving | 156g | 54.8g | 30.9 | High |
| Restaurant Portion | 312g | 109.5g | 61.8 | 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.
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Practical Tips
💡 Half Portion, Full Satisfaction
A half serving significantly reduces the glycemic load. Use it as a side, not the main event, and bulk up your plate with vegetables.
💡 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.
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Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potatoes hash brown home-prepared good for diabetes?
It's best to limit Potatoes hash brown home-prepared. With a glycemic load of 19.8 (high — anything ≥20 is considered high), a standard serving can cause a significant blood sugar rise.
What GL value does Potatoes hash brown home-prepared carry?
Potatoes hash brown home-prepared's glycemic load: 19.8 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How does Potatoes hash brown home-prepared affect blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Potatoes hash brown home-prepared: High. The key factors are its GI (61.9) and available carb content (31.9g/100g), which together produce a GL of 19.8.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Potatoes hash brown home-prepared 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, 156.0g) = 19.8 × 156.0 ÷ 100 = 30.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170036. 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. “Potatoes, hash brown, home-prepared — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/potatoes-hash-brown-home-prepared/
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.