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Pumpkin (Kaddu)

कद्दू · గుమ్మడికాయ

Orange-fleshed gourd rich in beta-carotene. High GI but very low GL because it's mostly water with moderate carbs per serving.

75
GI · High GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
75
Glycemic Index
3
Glycemic Load
100g
Serving Size
26
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cooked)

Nutrition per Serving

7g
Carbs
1g
Protein
0.1g
Fat
0.5g
Fiber
🥦VegetablesNorth IndianSouth IndianBengalivegan

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Like watermelon, pumpkin has high GI but very low GL — a normal serving is fine. Kaddu ki sabzi with minimal sugar is a diabetic-friendly preparation. Avoid sweet pumpkin halwa.

GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database