Skim Milk
Low GI
GL 4.9 per cup (247 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Contains lactose (milk sugar)
Skim Milk has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Milk (47). One cup (247 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.9.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169868 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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 semi skimmed
Milk 2% - GI 27 · GL 1.3 per 100 g low fat
Reduced-Fat Milk - +14 more
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 31 g | 0.6 |
| 1 cup | 247 g | 4.9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 34 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 5 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 3.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.06 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.04 g |
| Sodium | 44 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Good source of high-quality protein
- Contains lactose (milk sugar)
- Lacks satiety-promoting fats
Allergens
Recipes with Skim Milk
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Almond-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Herb Coating 30 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Baked Oats 28 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Blood Sugar-Friendly Banana Oat Pancakes 25 min · 14 ingredients · medium -
Moderate-GI Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Herb Omelette Ribbons 45 min · 15 ingredients · medium -
Whole Grain Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Glaze (Lower Glycemic) 230 min · 15 ingredients · advanced -
Creamy Low-Glycemic Lemon Cheesecake 195 min · 9 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Skim Milk?
Skim Milk has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (247 g) has a glycemic load of 4.9; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Skim Milk good for people with insulin resistance?
Skim Milk 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 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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