Soy flour, defatted & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 6.4 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 6.4/100g · GI 38.8 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition Profile
What Makes This Version Different
The sodium figure here is the family ceiling — 20 mg per 100g, about 76% above the family average, where variants run 9-20 mg per 100g. The sugar figure here is the family ceiling — 16.4 per 100g, well above the family average, where variants run 7.5-16.4 per 100g.
The Soy flour family's GL range is 5.7-8.7 per 100g across 4 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. The rest of the family: Raw, Roasted, Low-fat.
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| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 52g | 17.6g | 3.3 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 105g | 35.6g | 6.7 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 210g | 71.2g | 13.4 | 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.
Questions People Ask
Is Soy flour defatted good for diabetes?
Soy flour defatted is rated diabetes-friendly (GL 6.4) based on available glycemic data. A standard serving is unlikely to cause a sharp blood glucose rise, but individual responses differ.
What is the glycemic load of Soy flour defatted?
GL = 6.4 per 100g for Soy flour defatted. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. Soy flour defatted falls into the Low category.
How does Soy flour defatted affect blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Soy flour defatted: Low. The key factors are its GI (38.8) and available carb content (16.4g/100g), which together produce a GL of 6.4.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 38.8 for Soy flour defatted is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Legumes and Legume 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.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 38.8 — subcategory_avg:Legumes and Legume Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 105.0g) = 6.4 × 105.0 ÷ 100 = 6.7
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 174275. 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. “Soy flour, defatted — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/soy-flour-defatted/
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.