Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar)
Low GI
GL 1 per 100 g
- High protein content
- Contains some lactose
Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) has a glycemic index of 36, the same as plain Skyr (icelandic yogurt) (36).
Updated Oct 13, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Skyr (icelandic yogurt)
- GI 36 · GL 1 per 100 g
Skyr (icelandic yogurt) - GI 35 · GL 1 per 100 g icelandicchili
Chili skyr - GI 35 · GL 1 per 100 g extra creamy
Extra Creamy Skyr - GI 36 · GL 1 per 100 g icelandic
Icelandic Skyr Yogurt - GI 36 · GL 1 per 100 g with chives
Icelandic-style strained yogurt with chopped chives - GI 36 · GL 1 per 100 g skim
Nonfat Skyr - GI 35 · GL 1 per 100 g brand: piatnica
Piątnica Skyr - +21 more
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Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 60 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.8 g |
| Natural | 3.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 10.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 38 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein content
- Low sugar and fat
- Minimal processing
- Contains some lactose
- Low fiber content
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar)?
Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) has a glycemic index of 36 (Low) and a glycemic load of 1 per 100 g.
Is Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) good for people with insulin resistance?
Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) has a low glycemic index (36), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has the lowest glycemic load?
Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Skyr (icelandic yogurt) in this database (1 per 100 g).
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