Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits
Quick answer
A medium portion of Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits (30 g) contains 130 kcal, with 17.2 g of net carbohydrates and 2.2 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 59 (Medium) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 10.2 (Medium) for its actual effect.
- Carbs19.2 g59.5%
- Protein2.2 g7%
- Fat4.8 g33.5%
- Fibre1.9 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The name “digestive” makes people think of health and easy digestion, and the Dutch version made with wholegrain oat flour does offer better nutrition than biscuits made from refined white flour, with 6.5g of fibre per 100g. To be transparent, though, a biscuit is not a food designed for digestion: it is still a bake with added fat and sugar for its crumbly crunch, which puts its glycemic index in the medium range.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A sensible portion is one or two biscuits (about 30g) with a cup of unsweetened tea or coffee, not as a replacement for a complete breakfast.
Best preparation methods
Choose brands that list wholegrain oat flour as the first ingredient, and avoid chocolate-coated or cream-filled biscuits.
Important Nutritional Note
Two biscuits give you about 19g of carbohydrate and about 6g of sugar, so people with diabetes do better not to eat them on their own but after a protein-rich meal. They contain gluten.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 435 kcal | 130.5 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 64 g | 19.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 57.5 g | 17.2 g |
| Fat | 16 g | 4.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 6.5 g | 1.9 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Breads & pastries with a glycemic index (19), it ranks 9 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits good for weight loss?
Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits provides 435 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 30 g portion gives 131 kcal.
How does Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 59 (Medium), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 30 g portion has a glycemic load of 10.2 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits?
A typical 30 g portion of Dutch Whole Grain Oat Digestive Biscuits provides about 131 kcal, 2.2 g protein, 19.2 g carbohydrate, 4.8 g fat and 1.9 g fibre.
Do digestive biscuits really relieve constipation?
The oat fibre helps bowel movement a little, but the biscuits are not a solution for constipation in themselves: vegetables, chia seeds and drinking enough water remain the foundation.
What is the glycemic index of oat digestive biscuits?
It is in the medium range (about 59): mixing oat flour with sugar and baking makes it faster to absorb than plain cooked oats. The glycemic load of two biscuits (30g) is about 10.2.
Do oat biscuits fit a keto diet?
Not at all: carbohydrate makes up about 64% of their weight.
Read also
- HbA1c & Insulin Resistance: Comprehensive Clinical GuideArticle
- Prediabetes: How to Stop the Train and Lower Your HbA1cGuide
References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.