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Lychee
लीची · లీచి
Sweet, juicy summer fruit from Eastern India. High sugar content gives it a high GI — enjoy in limited quantities.
79
GI · High GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
79
Glycemic Index
11
Glycemic Load
100g
Serving Size
66
Calories
Per serving: 8-10 lychees
Nutrition per Serving
17g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
0.4g
Fat
1.3g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
High GI fruit — limit to 5-6 pieces for diabetics. Pair with a handful of almonds to slow sugar absorption. Best consumed fresh, not canned.
GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Guava (Amrood)
अमरूद · జామ పండు
One of the best fruits for diabetics in India. Very low GI, extremely high in vitamin C, and good fiber content.
North IndianSouth Indian
GL 268 kcal1 medium guava
Jamun (Java Plum)
जामुन · నేరేడు పండు
Purple fruit traditionally used in Ayurveda for diabetes management. Very low GI and believed to help regulate blood sugar.
North IndianSouth Indian
GL 360 kcal10-12 jamuns