Soup, chicken noodle, canned, condensed & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3/100g · GI 57.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition at a Glance
This Version vs the Family
The fiber figure (0.9 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 0-3.2 per 100g. The saturated fat figure (0.4 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 0-3.4 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 low gl. Within this Soup family (27 versions), GL per 100g spans 0.2 to 34.1 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Compare directly with Dry, Canned, Canned.
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Soup, chicken noodle, canned, condensed provides 844mg 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.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 62g | 3.8g | 1.9 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 124g | 7.5g | 3.7 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 248g | 15.1g | 7.4 | 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.
Other Soups, Sauces, and Gravies Foods
Tips for Enjoying It
💡 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Soup chicken noodle good for diabetes?
Soup chicken noodle scores a GL of 3.0 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.
Where does Soup chicken noodle sit on the glycemic load scale?
GL = 3.0 per 100g for Soup chicken noodle. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. Soup chicken noodle falls into the Low category.
What happens to blood sugar after eating Soup chicken noodle?
Soup chicken noodle affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 3.0 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 57.6 for Soup chicken noodle 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 noodle contains 844mg 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.
Where This Data Comes From
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, 124.0g) = 3.0 × 124.0 ÷ 100 = 3.7
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171543. 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 noodle, canned, condensed — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/soup-chicken-noodle-canned-condensed/
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.