Is pomegranate high on the glycemic index?

Pomegranates are not high on the glycemic index. The glycemic index of pomegranate is 31, which is a low glycemic index fruit. Every 100g of pomegranate contains 10~20g of sugar and 50~90kcal. foods with high glycemic index are easy to be absorbed and utilized by the body and have a greater impact on blood sugar. Foods with low glycemic index are the opposite. Pomegranate does not have a high glycemic index, but it still has an effect on blood sugar. Diabetic patients with good glycemic control can consume pomegranate in small amounts, while patients with poor glycemic control are not recommended to consume pomegranate. Diabetic patients are advised to consult their endocrinologists, follow a strict diabetic diet, monitor their blood glucose regularly, and adjust their diet and dosage of hypoglycemic drugs.