Whey Protein Isolate Powder
Low GI
GL 1.9 per cup (97 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- High protein concentration
- Highly processed isolate
Whey Protein Isolate Powder has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One cup (97 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.9.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #173180 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Whey Protein Isolate Powder
- GI 30 · GL 2 per 100 g brand: vega
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 97 g | 1.9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 2 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 80 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 2 g |
| Unsaturated | 5 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein concentration
- Low glycemic load
- Low fat content
- Highly processed isolate
- Contains trace added sugars
- Lacks complex whole-food nutrients
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Whey Protein Isolate Powder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whey Protein Isolate Powder?
Whey Protein Isolate Powder has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One cup (97 g) has a glycemic load of 1.9; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Whey Protein Isolate Powder good for people with insulin resistance?
Whey Protein Isolate Powder has a low glycemic index (30), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Whey Protein Isolate Powder has the lowest glycemic load?
Whey Protein Isolate Powder has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Whey Protein Isolate Powder in this database (2 per 100 g).
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