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Rice Flour at a glance

Glycemic index
72
high
Glycemic load / serving
17
medium
Nutri-Score
A
A best, E worst
NOVA group
–
1 = unprocessed

Serving used for glycemic load: 30 g (about 1/4 cup).

Rice Flour nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving
Calories366 kcal110 kcal
Protein6 g1.8 g
Carbohydrate80.1 g24 g
Fiber2.4 g0.7 g
Sugars0.1 g0 g
Fat1.4 g0.4 g
Saturated fat0.4 g0.1 g
Sodium0 mg0 mg
Potassium76 mg23 mg

Lower glycemic load alternatives

Other flours with a lower glycemic load per serving:

FoodGIGL / serving
Arrowroot682

Common questions about rice flour

Is rice flour low glycemic?

Rice Flour has a glycemic index of 72, which is high (low is 55 or under, high is 70 or over). The glycemic load of a 30 g (about 1/4 cup) serving is 17, which is medium.

Is rice flour good for people managing blood sugar?

Glycemic load is the better guide, because it accounts for portion size. A serving of rice flour has a glycemic load of 17 (medium). 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 rice flour?

Rice Flour has 366 calories per 100 g, and about 110 calories in a 30 g (about 1/4 cup) serving.

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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, “Rice flour, white, unenriched” (FDC 169714). Glycemic load = GI × available carbohydrate (carbohydrate minus fiber) per serving ÷ 100. Nutri-Score computed with the 2017 general-food algorithm.

General information, not medical advice.