Foods with very low net carbs (under 6g) and sugar (under 5g) that have minimal blood sugar impact
| Actions | Food | Serving | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
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100.0g | 6.8 | 27 | 5.5g | 0.0g | 2.1g | 0.6g | 0.8g |
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Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Beans, Snap, Green, Canned, Regular Pack, Drained Solids
USDA
Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Beans, Snap, Green, Canned, Regular Pack, Drained Solids
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100.0g | 8.2 | 21 | 4.1g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.4g | 1.0g |
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100.0g | 5.4 | 314 | 2.9g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 28.0g | 11.7g |
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USDA
Foundation
Nut And Seed Products
Nuts, Almonds, Dry Roasted, With Salt Added
USDA
Foundation
Nut And Seed Products
Nuts, Almonds, Dry Roasted, With Salt Added
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100.0g | 9.07 | 620 | 16.2g | 0.0g | 11.0g | 57.8g | 20.4g |
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100.0g | 0.63 | 35 | 4.4g | 0.0g | 4.1g | 1.5g | 2.9g |
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Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, Whole, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, Whole, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
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100.0g | 1.75 | 150 | 0.9g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 10.3g | 12.3g |
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USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, White, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, White, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
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100.0g | 1.45 | 48 | 0.7g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.2g | 10.1g |
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USDA
Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Pickles, Cucumber, Dill Or Kosher Dill
USDA
Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Pickles, Cucumber, Dill Or Kosher Dill
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100.0g | 1.98 | 12 | 2.0g | 0.0g | 1.0g | 0.4g | 0.5g |
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USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Cheese, Pasteurized Process, American, Vitamin D Fortified
USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Cheese, Pasteurized Process, American, Vitamin D Fortified
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100.0g | 9.68 | 366 | 5.3g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 30.6g | 18.0g |
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USDA
Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Kale, Frozen, Cooked, Boiled, Drained, Without Salt
USDA
Foundation
Vegetables And Vegetable Products
Kale, Frozen, Cooked, Boiled, Drained, Without Salt
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100.0g | 10.52 | 36 | 5.3g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 1.2g | 2.9g |
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100.0g | 1.97 | 61 | 5.3g | 0.0g | 4.3g | 3.4g | 4.3g |
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100.0g | 4.4 | 408 | 2.4g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 34.0g | 23.3g |
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100.0g | 8.4 | 84 | 4.3g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 2.3g | 11.0g |
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USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Cheese, Mozzarella, Low Moisture, Part Skim
USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Cheese, Mozzarella, Low Moisture, Part Skim
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100.0g | 8.19 | 298 | 4.4g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 20.4g | 23.7g |
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100.0g | 3.16 | 575 | 1.9g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 39.8g | 48.1g |
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USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, Yolk, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
USDA
Foundation
Dairy And Egg Products
Egg, Yolk, Raw, Frozen, Pasteurized
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100.0g | 1.1 | 296 | 0.6g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 25.1g | 15.6g |
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100.0g | 1.82 | 654 | 1.1g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 55.5g | 34.2g |
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100.0g | 7.13 | 61 | 3.6g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.4g | 10.3g |
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100.0g | 1.43 | 833 | 0.8g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 99.1g | 0.0g |
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USDA
Foundation
Sausages And Luncheon Meats
Ham, Sliced, Pre Packaged, Deli Meat
USDA
Foundation
Sausages And Luncheon Meats
Ham, Sliced, Pre Packaged, Deli Meat
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100.0g | 0.52 | 106 | 0.3g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 3.7g | 16.7g |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this blood sugar category and how to use these foods
Low Key Load foods are foods with very low net carbs (under 6g) and sugar (under 5g) that have minimal blood sugar impact. There are 10,697 foods tagged as Low Key Load in our database, helping you identify options that match this blood sugar impact profile.
Low Key Load foods are characterized by minimal carbs and sugar for stable blood glucose. With minimal carbohydrates, these foods have virtually no impact on blood glucose, making them ideal for maintaining stable levels.
Low Key Load foods offer specific benefits including minimal glucose impact, ketosis support, weight management. These foods allow you to eat satisfying meals without worrying about blood sugar spikes, unlike higher-carb alternatives.
Popular Low Key Load foods include Spinach, Chicken Breast, Olive Oil. These foods can be eaten freely throughout the day and make excellent bases for meals when combined with moderate amounts of other food categories.
Very low risk for blood sugar issues, but ensure you're getting adequate nutrition and energy from other food sources.
You can explore all Low Key Load foods by clicking 'View All Foods' above, or use our comparison tool to see how they stack up against other food categories for blood sugar management.