Milk 2%
Low GI
GL 3.2 per cup (244 g) · GL 1.3 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load and index
- Contains lactose (natural sugar) which can spike insulin in some individuals
Milk 2% has a glycemic index of 27, lower than plain Milk (47). One cup (244 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.2.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #746778 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Milk
- GI 47 · GL 2.3 per 100 g
Milk - GI 27 · GL 1 per 100 g coffee
Coffee Milk - GI 30 · GL 1 per 100 g brand: fairlife
Fairlife Milk - GI 27 · GL 1 per 100 g filtered
Filtered Milk - GI 27 · GL 1 per 100 g sour
Sour milk - GI 27 · GL 1.3 per 100 g low fat
Reduced-Fat Milk - GI 27 · GL 1.3 per 100 g full fat
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 5 g | 0.1 |
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.2 |
| 1 cup | 244 g | 3.2 |
| 1 cup | 244 g | 3.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.8 g |
| Natural | 4.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 3.3 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 1.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.7 g |
| Sodium | 44 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load and index
- Good source of high-quality protein
- Contains lactose (natural sugar) which can spike insulin in some individuals
- Low nutrient density compared to whole foods
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Milk 2%?
Milk 2% has a glycemic index of 27 (Low). One cup (244 g) has a glycemic load of 3.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.3.
Is Milk 2% good for people with insulin resistance?
Milk 2% has a low glycemic index (27), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Milk has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Milk in this database, Coffee Milk has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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