Zucchini is a mild, versatile summer squash with one of the lowest calorie counts among vegetables, high in water with vitamin C and eye-protective carotenoids.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 medium (196g)
Calories: 17
Calories: 17
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2.5g
Protein: 1.2g
Fat: 0.3g
Key Nutrients
Vitamin C, Manganese, Potassium
Key Vitamins
Vitamin C (35% DV), Vitamin A (8% DV), Vitamin B6 (7% DV), Folate, Vitamin K
Tells you how big that rise actually is once portion size is factored in.
Example:
Watermelon has a high GI (it digests quickly) but a low GL because a normal serving doesn’t contain many carbs so the actual blood-sugar impact is small.
Why it matters:
Understanding both GI and GL gives you a clearer picture of how foods affect your blood sugar both the speed of the rise and the true impact based on the portion you eat.