Soup, chicken broth cubes, dry & Diabetes
Moderate glycemic impact — consider portion size. Glycemic load of 13.5 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 13.5/100g · GI 57.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
The Numbers at a Glance
This Version vs the Family
For protein, this one sits in the middle of its Soup family: 14.6 per 100g against a 0.3-16.7 per 100g spread. The sodium figure here is the family ceiling — 24000 mg per 100g, about 17.2 times the family average, where variants run 30-24000 mg per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Chunky (GL 3.6) and the heaviest is Dry (GL 34.1); this one is eat in moderation. The Soup family's GL range is 0.2-34.1 per 100g across 27 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. The rest of the family: Dry, Vegetable with potato and cheese, Dry.
What to Watch For
⚠️ Low Dietary Fiber
Soup, chicken broth cubes, dry contains only 0.0g of fiber per 100g — far below the recommended threshold for diabetes-friendly carbohydrates. Without fiber to slow digestion, the starches break down rapidly in the small intestine, causing a quicker glucose release into the bloodstream. The American Diabetes Association recommends choosing high-fiber carbohydrates (≥3g per serving) to help stabilize post-meal blood sugar. Pairing Soup, chicken broth cubes, dry with high-fiber vegetables or legumes can partially offset this effect.
ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (2024). Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1).
⚠️ High Sodium
Soup, chicken broth cubes, dry provides 24000mg 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.
Worth Comparing
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GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
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Soup, SWANSON, beef broth, lower sodium & diabetes →🥣 Soup, beef broth, less/reduced sodium, ready to serve
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
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Soup, beef broth, less/reduced sodium, ready to serve & diabetes →🥣 Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, prepared with water
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, prepared with water & diabetes →Tips for Enjoying It
💡 Pair With Protein & Fiber
Eating alongside lean protein and non-starchy vegetables slows gastric emptying and blunts the post-meal blood sugar rise.
💡 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.
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Quick Answers
What do the numbers say about Soup chicken broth cubes and blood sugar?
Yes, but in moderation. Soup chicken broth cubes has a moderate GL of 13.5, so watch how much you eat. The ADA emphasizes that it's the overall dietary pattern that matters most.
What is the glycemic load of Soup chicken broth cubes?
Per 100g, Soup chicken broth cubes has a GL of 13.5. This means one standard serving (1/2 cup (condensed)) provides approximately 13.5 GL — which is moderate.
How quickly does Soup chicken broth cubes raise blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Soup chicken broth cubes: Moderate. The key factors are its GI (57.6) and available carb content (23.5g/100g), which together produce a GL of 13.5.
Why is fiber important for blood sugar control?
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate digestion and absorption, leading to a more gradual blood sugar rise. Soup chicken broth cubes has only 0g of fiber per 100g, which is one reason its glycemic load (13.5) is moderate. The ADA recommends choosing carbs with at least 3g of fiber per serving. Adding high-fiber foods like vegetables or legumes to your meal can help compensate.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 57.6 for Soup chicken broth cubes is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Soups, Sauces, and Gravies 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?
Soup chicken broth cubes contains 24000mg 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.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 57.6 — subcategory_avg:Soups, Sauces, and Gravies. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 100g) = 13.5 × 100 ÷ 100 = 13.5
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171563. 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. “Soup, chicken broth cubes, dry — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/soup-chicken-broth-cubes-dry/
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.