Papaya: carbs, carb exchanges and glycemic index
Values per 100 g: papaya.
9.1g net carbs per 100 g
0.6carb exchanges per 100 g (15 g each)
38glycemic index
These are reference values. Set your insulin dose with your doctor.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Net carbs | 9.1 g |
|---|---|
| Fiber | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Energy | 43 kcal |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, record 169926 “Papayas, raw”. Net carbs = total carbs 10.8 g − fiber 1.7 g.
Portions
| Portion | 1 cup145 g | 1 small157 g |
|---|---|---|
| Net carbs, g | 13.2 | 14.3 |
| Carb units (10 g) | 1.3 | 1.4 |
| Carb units (12 g) | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| Carb exchanges (15 g) | 0.9 | 1.0 |
| Glycemic load | 5 | 5 |
The portion weights come from the USDA household measures for this food. A cup is a US measuring cup, about 240 ml. Carb units = carbs of the portion ÷ 10, 12 or 15 g. Glycemic load = GI × carbs of the portion ÷ 100.
Glycemic index
GI 38. This value is from one measurement in the 2021 international GI tables.
Foods in the tables:
- Papaya/paw paw, raw, cut into bite size pieces
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