Glyc: Recipe Glycemic Load
Know the load before you eat
About
This app analyzes recipes to provide their glycemic load and detailed nutritional information per serving. It offers three input methods: pasting links, text, or photographing recipe pages, with a transparent breakdown of calculations. Users can save and rate recipes for offline access.
What's New in Glyc
1.0.8
September 30, 2026
FAQ
What is the glycemic load of a recipe in Glyc?
Glyc calculates the glycemic load for any recipe you input, providing a low, medium, or high rating. It also shows the full nutrition per serving, including calories, carbs, fiber, protein, fat, sugar, sodium, and cholesterol.
How does Glyc calculate the glycemic load?
Glyc provides a 'Show the math' feature, offering a per-ingredient breakdown behind every calculated number. This transparency allows you to see how the glycemic load and nutritional values were derived.
Can I use Glyc offline?
Yes, once you sign in with Apple or Google, your saved recipes remain readable when you're offline. This feature allows you to access your analyzed recipes without an internet connection.
How do I input a recipe into Glyc?
You have three convenient ways to input recipes: paste a link from any recipe site, paste the recipe text directly into the app, or photograph a printed recipe, cookbook page, or recipe card.
Does Glyc have ads?
No, Glyc is ad-free. The app is free to use for analyzing recipes without an account, and signing in to save and rate recipes is also free. A Premium plan is available on getglyc.com.
Is Glyc available on Android?
Based on the provided data, Glyc is currently supported on iPhone. Information regarding Android availability is not specified.
What should I do if Glyc can't calculate an ingredient?
Glyc is designed to be honest about its limitations. When an ingredient cannot be calculated reliably, Glyc will state this gap rather than guessing, ensuring you receive accurate information.
Is Glyc medical advice?
No, Glyc is an information tool and not medical advice. Nutrition and glycemic load figures are estimates. It is recommended to consult with your doctor or dietitian for decisions related to diabetes or any health condition.
