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Gooseberry at a glance

Glycemic index
25
low
Glycemic load / serving
2
low
Nutri-Score
A
A best, E worst
NOVA group
1
1 = unprocessed

Serving used for glycemic load: 1 cup (150 g).

Gooseberry nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving
Calories44 kcal66 kcal
Protein0.9 g1.3 g
Carbohydrate10.2 g15.3 g
Fiber4.3 g6.4 g
Sugars0 g0 g
Fat0.6 g0.9 g
Saturated fat0 g0.1 g
Sodium1 mg2 mg
Potassium198 mg297 mg

Lower glycemic load alternatives

Other fruits with a lower glycemic load per serving:

FoodGIGL / serving
Raspberries322
Blackberry252
Feijoa351
Lime201
Kumquat300

Common questions about gooseberry

Is gooseberry low glycemic?

Gooseberry has a glycemic index of 25, which is low (low is 55 or under, high is 70 or over). The glycemic load of a 1 cup (150 g) serving is 2, which is low.

Is gooseberry good for people managing blood sugar?

Glycemic load is the better guide, because it accounts for portion size. A serving of gooseberry has a glycemic load of 2 (low). Eating it with protein, fat or fiber slows absorption further. This is general information, not medical advice; people with diabetes should follow their clinician's guidance.

How many calories are in gooseberry?

Gooseberry has 44 calories per 100 g, and about 66 calories in a 1 cup (150 g) serving.

Is gooseberry processed?

Gooseberry is NOVA group 1: unprocessed or minimally processed.

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Sources and method

Glycemic index: NutriOptio's reference table, compiled from the University of Sydney GI database and the international tables of glycemic index and glycemic load; the range reflects variation across studies, ripeness and preparation. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, “Gooseberries, raw” (FDC 173030). Glycemic load = GI × available carbohydrate (carbohydrate minus fiber) per serving ÷ 100. Nutri-Score computed with the 2017 general-food algorithm. NOVA group from our NOVA reference list.

General information, not medical advice.