Ice creams, BREYERS, 98% Fat Free Chocolate & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 10.4 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 10.4/100g · GI 42.8 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
How This Food Affects Blood Sugar
Key Nutrition Data
How This Version Compares
The fiber figure here is the family ceiling — 5.8 per 100g, about 5.2 times the family average, where variants run 0-5.8 per 100g. On calories, this version lands mid-range: 136 per 100g, inside a family spread of 126 to 251 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Rich (GL 9.5) and the heaviest is Light (GL 12.5); this one is low gl. Glycemic load across the 27-item Ice creams group runs 7.5 to 12.5 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Compare directly with Low carbohydrate, No Sugar Added, Chocolate Caramel, Rich.
Practical Guidance
💡 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.
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GL 1.8/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
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GL 1.9/100g — Low GL
Fiber 7.5g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, Sugar Free, CREAMSICLE Pops & diabetes →🍬 Frozen novelties, ice type, sugar free, orange, cherry, and grape POPSICLE pops
GL 2.2/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, ice type, sugar free, orange, cherry, and grape POPSICLE pops & diabetes →🍬 Frozen novelties, ice type, pop, with low calorie sweetener
GL 2.5/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, ice type, pop, with low calorie sweetener & diabetes →FAQ
How does Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate rate for blood sugar control?
Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate scores a GL of 10.4 on the glycemic scale. For context, ≤10 is considered low. This is general dietary information and should not replace personalized guidance from your care team.
What GL value does Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate carry?
Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate has a glycemic load of 10.4 per 100g. A standard serving (1/2 cup, 68.0g) delivers a GL of 7.1. GI data from Sydney University GI Database (Atkinson et al., 2021).
What happens to blood sugar after eating Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate?
Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 10.4 (moderate), it's best enjoyed in moderate amounts. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 42.8 for Ice creams BREYERS 98% Fat Free Chocolate is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Sweets 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.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 42.8 — subcategory_avg:Sweets. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 68.0g) = 10.4 × 68.0 ÷ 100 = 7.1
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170269. 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. “Ice creams, BREYERS, 98% Fat Free Chocolate — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/ice-creams-breyers-98percent-fat-free-chocolate/
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.