Water kefir
Low GI
GL 2.5 per glass (250 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Contains probiotics
- Contains natural sugars
Water kefir has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One glass (250 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.5.
Updated Apr 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 18 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 4.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.5 g |
| Natural | 3.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains probiotics
- Low calorie content
- Low glycemic load
- Contains natural sugars
- Minimal fiber content
- Lightly processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Water kefir?
Water kefir has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One glass (250 g) has a glycemic load of 2.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Water kefir good for people with insulin resistance?
Water kefir has a low glycemic index (25), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Water kefir affect blood sugar?
Water kefir has a glycemic load of 1 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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