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Onion

प्याज · ఉల్లిపాయ

Foundation of Indian cooking. Very low GI, contains quercetin and chromium which may aid blood sugar management.

10
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
10
Glycemic Index
1
Glycemic Load
100g
Serving Size
40
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium onion

Nutrition per Serving

9g
Carbs
5g
Sugars
1.7g
Fiber
1.1g
Protein
0.1g
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.

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Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Raw onion in salads provides maximum health benefits. Cooked onions add sweetness to curries without raising GI significantly.

GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database