Sheep's milk skyr
Low GI
GL 1 per 100 g
- High protein content
- Contains lactose (dairy sugar)
Sheep's milk skyr has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Skyr (icelandic yogurt) (36).
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · 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 sugar free
Icelandic cultured dairy (plain skyr, no added sugar) - 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 - +21 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.5 g |
| Natural | 3.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 9.5 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 1.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein content
- Low glycemic load
- Minimal processing level
- Contains lactose (dairy sugar)
- Lack of dietary fiber
- Contains saturated fats
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sheep's milk skyr?
Sheep's milk skyr has a glycemic index of 35 (Low) and a glycemic load of 1 per 100 g.
Is Sheep's milk skyr good for people with insulin resistance?
Sheep's milk skyr has a low glycemic index (35), 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?
Sheep's milk skyr has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Skyr (icelandic yogurt) in this database (1 per 100 g).
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