Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, with salt added & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 8.7 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 8.7/100g · 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
Nutrition Profile
Compared With Its Close Variants
This version carries the most sodium in the Seeds group: 2541 mg per 100g, about 34.0 times the family average (spread 7 to 2541 mg per 100g). The saturated fat figure here (3.7 per 100g) is the family's floor: about 50% below the family average, where the variants run 3.7-8.7 per 100g.
Glycemic load across the 5-item Seeds group runs 1.2 to 8.7 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Closest variants worth comparing: Dried, Roasted, Roasted.
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, with salt added provides 1626mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
Practical Tips
💡 Balance Sodium
Pair with low-sodium foods throughout the rest of your day. Fresh herbs and spices can replace salt as flavoring.
💡 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.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 32g | 17.2g | 2.8 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 64g | 34.4g | 5.6 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 128g | 68.8g | 11.1 | Moderate |
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.
Related Nut and Seed Products Options
Questions People Ask
How does pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added rate for blood sugar control?
Yes — pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added has a glycemic load of just 8.7 (GL ≤10), meaning it has minimal impact on blood sugar in standard servings. Individual responses vary — monitor your own glucose when trying new foods.
What GL value does pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added carry?
GL = 8.7 per 100g for pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added falls into the Low category.
What happens to blood sugar after eating pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added?
The primary way pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added affects blood sugar is through its carbohydrate content (53.8g/100g). With a GI of 24.5 (low) and limited fiber, this produces an overall GL of 8.7 (Low).
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 24.5 for pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added 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.
Is the sodium level a concern?
pumpkin and squash seeds with salt added contains 1626mg of sodium per serving — well above the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
Methodology & Sources
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, 64.0g) = 8.7 × 64.0 ÷ 100 = 5.6
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 168601. 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. “Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, with salt added — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/seeds-pumpkin-and-squash-seeds-whole-roasted-with-salt-added/
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.