Egg (large): GI, GL, Carbs & Blood Sugar Impact
Glycemic index of eggs (no established value — negligible carbohydrate), carbs per egg, and why eggs are a neutral food for blood sugar.
Do Eggs Raise Blood Sugar?
An egg contains only about 0.6 g of carbohydrate, so there is no established GI and effectively no glycemic impact. Eggs are a protein-rich, blood-glucose-neutral food — the classic breakfast anchor.
How to Eat It
How the egg is served matters more than the egg: toast, potatoes, and sugary condiments around it are what move glucose. Eggs with vegetables and a small starch portion make a balanced plate.
Nutrition Facts (Egg (large))
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 155 kcal | 78 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.0 g |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Protein | 13 g | 6.5 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 5.5 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (generic food item, per 100 g edible portion). Values may differ from brand-specific products.
Glycemic Index
Not established. No established GI - negligible carbohydrate (about 0.6 g per egg).
Sources: International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values (2008/2021); University of Sydney GI Database (glycemicindex.com). GI values are reported relative to a glucose reference.
Learn more: What is GI? · What is GL? · GI vs GL
Estimated Glycemic Load
Not applicable — no established GI value.
- Cooking method
- What is eaten with the egg (toast, potatoes, oil)
GI values can vary with variety, ripeness, preparation and testing conditions. The value above is a typical published figure, not a universal prediction for every individual or every serving.