Skimmed milk powder

GI 35 · LowGL 21.6 / cup4/10

Low GI

35 GI

GL 21.6 per cup (120 g) · GL 18 per 100 g

Logi score 4/10

High protein content
High lactose (sugar) content

Skimmed milk powder has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Milk (47). One cup (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 21.6.

Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

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GL 4.5 per 100 g It is virtually devoid of sugar and high in fiber, making it much more blood-sugar friendly than dairy-based powders.
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GL 1 per 100 g It offers a complete amino acid profile along with healthy fats and fiber, which helps mitigate insulin spikes.

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Portions

Portion	Grams	GL
1 teaspoon	3 g	0.5
1 tablespoon	8 g	1.4
1 cup	120 g	21.6

Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

360

Calories

52 g

Carbs

36 g

Protein

1 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	360 kcal
Carbohydrates	52 g
Sugars (Total)	52 g
Natural	52 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Soluble	0 g
Insoluble	0 g
Protein	36 g
Fat	1 g
Saturated	0.7 g
Unsaturated	0.3 g
Sodium	500 mg

Processing Level

60%

Moderate

Why this score?

High protein content
Low fat content
High lactose (sugar) content
Lacks dietary fiber
Significant insulin response potential

Allergens

Contains: milk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Skimmed milk powder?

Skimmed milk powder has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (120 g) has a glycemic load of 21.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 18.

Is Skimmed milk powder good for people with insulin resistance?

Skimmed milk powder 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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