Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0.9 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0.9/100g · GI 44 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Profile
Version Differences at a Glance
This version carries the most calories in the Cheese group: 410 per 100g, about 40% above the family average (spread 157 to 410 per 100g). The glycemic load figure here (0.9 per 100g) is the family's floor: about 53% below the family average, where the variants run 0.9-3.1 per 100g.
Within this Cheese family (4 versions), GL per 100g spans 0.9 to 3.1 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Compare directly with Nonfat or fat free, Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program), Reduced fat (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program).
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Saturated Fat
Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced contains 5.4g of saturated fat per serving — above the 5g threshold recommended by the ADA and AHA. High saturated fat intake is associated with increased cardiovascular risk, which is the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. While this food may have a manageable glycemic load, consider it an occasional choice rather than a daily staple.
ADA Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Management (2024). Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1). · AHA Dietary Guidelines.
⚠️ High Sodium
Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced provides 180mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
Practical Tips
💡 Balance Sodium
Pair with low-sodium foods throughout the rest of your day. Fresh herbs and spices can replace salt as flavoring.
💡 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.
Other Dairy and Egg Products Foods
Lower-GL Alternatives
🥛 Butter, salted
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Butter, salted & diabetes →🥛 Butter, without salt
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Butter, without salt & diabetes →🥛 Cheese, Mexican blend
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Cheese, Mexican blend & diabetes →🥛 Cheese, goat, semisoft type
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Cheese, goat, semisoft type & diabetes →Common Questions
Is Cheese cheddar sharp sliced good for diabetes?
Cheese cheddar sharp sliced has a GL of 0.9 — 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 is the glycemic load of Cheese cheddar sharp sliced?
The glycemic load of Cheese cheddar sharp sliced is 0.9 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (44) by the available carbohydrates (2.1g) and dividing by 100.
How does Cheese cheddar sharp sliced affect blood sugar?
After eating Cheese cheddar sharp sliced, you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 0.9 means a gentle rise. This can vary based on what else you eat with it.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 44 for Cheese cheddar sharp sliced is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Dairy and Egg 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.
Is the sodium level a concern?
Cheese cheddar sharp sliced contains 180mg of sodium per serving — approaching the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
What about the saturated fat content?
At 5.4g of saturated fat per serving, Cheese cheddar sharp sliced exceeds the 5g threshold that the ADA and AHA recommend for diabetes and heart health. Saturated fat raises LDL cholesterol and is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. While this food may have a manageable glycemic load, it is best as an occasional choice rather than a daily staple. Prioritize foods with unsaturated fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts, fish) for everyday eating.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 44 — subcategory_avg:Dairy and Egg Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 28.0g) = 0.9 × 28.0 ÷ 100 = 0.3
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170899. 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. “Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/cheese-cheddar-sharp-sliced/
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.