Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) — 1 medium roti
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Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri)

ज्वार की रोटी · జొన్న రొట్టె

Also called: jowar bhakri, jonna rotte, jolada rotti, jwar roti

A gluten-free flatbread made from sorghum flour, a staple in Maharashtra and Karnataka. High in fiber and minerals with a low GI that suits diabetics.

50
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
50
Glycemic Index
Estimated
13
Glycemic Load
60g
Serving Size
120
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium roti

Calories & Nutrition: Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) (1 medium roti)

25g
Carbs
0.5g
Sugars
3g
Fiber
3.5g
Protein
1g
Fat

Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.

Rotis & BreadsMaharashtrianSouth IndianRajasthaniTelanganavegan

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Serve jowar bhakri with a vegetable bhaji and curd to keep the meal low-GI and satisfying.

Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) and blood sugar: common questions

Answers per serving (1 medium roti).

In English

What is the glycemic index of Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri)?

Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) has a glycemic index of 50, which is classified as Low GI.

Does Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) increase blood sugar?

Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) has a low glycemic index (50), so it raises blood sugar slowly. In normal portions it is generally a safe choice for people managing blood sugar.

Is Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) good for sugar patients (diabetics)?

Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) is a low-GI food (GI 50), making it a good choice for people managing diabetes when eaten in sensible portions.

What is the glycemic load of Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri)?

Jowar Roti (Sorghum Bhakri) has a glycemic load of 13 per serving (1 medium roti).

Hindi mein

Jowar ki roti ka sugar (GI) kitna hota hai?

Jowar ki roti ka glycemic index (GI) 50 hai, jo kam (low) mana jata hai. Ek serving (1 medium roti) ka glycemic load (GL) 13 hai, aur isme lagbhag 0.5g sugar aur 25g carbohydrate hota hai.

Kya jowar ki roti khane se sugar badhti hai?

Jowar ki roti ka GI kam (50) hai, isliye yeh blood sugar ko dheere-dheere badhata hai. Normal matra mein khane se sugar achanak nahi badhti.

Kya sugar ke mareez jowar ki roti kha sakte hain?

Haan. Jowar ki roti ka GI kam hai, isliye sugar ke mareez ise sahi matra mein kha sakte hain.

Jowar ki roti mein kitni calorie hoti hai?

Ek serving (1 medium roti) jowar ki roti mein lagbhag 120 calorie hoti hain, saath mein 25g carbohydrate, 3.5g protein aur 3g fiber.

GI Source: Estimated from published research · How we source GI data · Part of our complete list of low-GI Indian foods

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