Lamb, shoulder, arm, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, broiled & 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]
Glycemic Impact
The Numbers at a Glance
Compared With Its Close Variants
On sodium, this version lands mid-range: 82 mg per 100g, inside a family spread of 60 to 88 mg per 100g. For saturated fat, this one sits in the middle of its Lamb family: 3.4 per 100g against a 1.9-10.3 per 100g spread.
Closest variants worth comparing: Separable lean and fat, Separable lean and fat, Separable lean and fat.
Practical Tips
💡 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.
Alternatives to Consider
🥩 Veal, Australian, rib, rib roast, separable lean only, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Veal, Australian, rib, rib roast, separable lean only, raw & diabetes →🥩 Lamb, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Lamb, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw & diabetes →🥩 Lamb, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Lamb, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked & diabetes →🥩 Lamb, foreshank, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Lamb, foreshank, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw & diabetes →Explore More in Lamb, Veal, and Game Products
Questions People Ask
Is shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat good for diabetes?
Yes — shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat has a glycemic load of just 0 (GL ≤10), meaning it has minimal impact on blood sugar in standard servings. Individual responses vary — monitor your own glucose when trying new foods.
What is the glycemic load of shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat?
The glycemic load of shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat is 0 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (0) by the available carbohydrates (0g) and dividing by 100.
What happens to blood sugar after eating shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat?
Blood sugar impact of shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat: Low. The key factors are its GI (0) and available carb content (0g/100g), which together produce a GL of 0.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 0 for shoulder arm separable lean only trimmed to 1/4" fat is estimated (Tier 4), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Lamb, Veal, and Game 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.
References & Data Sources
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: 172502. 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. “Lamb, shoulder, arm, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, broiled — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/lamb-shoulder-arm-separable-lean-only-trimmed-to-1-4inch-fat-choice-cooked-broiled/
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.