Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 2.1 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 2.1/100g · GI 44 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Key Nutrition Data
What Makes This Version Different
At 0.7 per 100g, this is the lowest-saturated fat version in the Milk group — about 71% below the family average, with the family spanning 0.7 to 3.6 per 100g. The calories figure here (40 per 100g) is the family's floor: about 76% below the family average, where the variants run 40-387 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Cultured (GL 2.3) and the heaviest is Dried (GL 21.6); this one is low gl. The Milk family's GL range is 2.1-21.6 per 100g across 4 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. See the numbers side by side: Dried, Cultured, Whole.
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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.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 15g | 0.7g | 0.3 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 31g | 1.5g | 0.7 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 61g | 2.9g | 1.3 | Friendly |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
FAQ
Is Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat a reasonable choice if you have diabetes?
Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat has a GL of 2.1 — 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.
Where does Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat sit on the glycemic load scale?
Per 100g, Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat has a GL of 2.1. This means one standard serving (31g) provides approximately 0.6 GL — which is low.
How does Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat affect blood sugar?
Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 2.1 (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 44 for Milk buttermilk fluid cultured lowfat 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.
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, 30.6g) = 2.1 × 30.6 ÷ 100 = 0.6
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170874. 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. “Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/milk-buttermilk-fluid-cultured-lowfat/
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.