Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0/100g · GI None · TIER 4 ⚠️ GI: Low-Carb Estimate
GI estimated by low-carbohydrate inference — not directly tested. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition Profile
What Makes This Version Different
For protein, this one sits in the middle of its Beef family: 33.3 per 100g against a 17.6-33.9 per 100g spread. The sodium figure (54 mg per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 46-85 mg per 100g.
Closest variants worth comparing: Separable lean only, Separable lean and fat, Boneless.
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💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
💡 Fiber Is Your Friend
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate absorption. Aim for at least 3g of fiber per serving of carbohydrate foods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... good for diabetes?
brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... has a GL of 0 — in the lower range. The carbs are released slowly, or there simply aren't many carbs to begin with. As always, check your personal glucose response.
What GL value does brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... carry?
Per 100g, brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... has a GL of 0. This means one standard serving (3 oz (85g)) provides approximately 0 GL — which is low.
How quickly does brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... raise blood sugar?
brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 0 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 0 for brisket flat half separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat b... is estimated (Tier 4), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Beef Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 4 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 0 — None. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 85.0g) = 0 × 85.0 ÷ 100 = 0.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170210. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/beef-brisket-flat-half-separable-lean-only-trimmed-to-0inch-fat-all-grades-cooked-b/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.