Oil, industrial, soy, ultra low linolenic & 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 Response at a Glance
The Numbers at a Glance
How This Version Compares
At 0 mg per 100g, this is the lowest-sodium version in the Oil group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 7 mg per 100g. The saturated fat figure (14.8 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 6.8-94.0 per 100g.
See the numbers side by side: High oleic, Principal uses salads, Filling fat (non-hydrogenated).
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Saturated Fat
Oil, industrial, soy, ultra low linolenic contains 2.0g 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.
Worth Comparing
🍽️ Vegetable oil-butter spread, reduced calorie
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Vegetable oil-butter spread, reduced calorie & diabetes →🍽️ Mayonnaise, made with tofu
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.1g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Mayonnaise, made with tofu & diabetes →🍽️ Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed & diabetes →🍽️ Salad dressing, bacon and tomato
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Salad dressing, bacon and tomato & diabetes →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.
Other Fats and Oils Foods
Common Questions
Is Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic a reasonable choice if you have diabetes?
Based on its glycemic load of 0, Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic falls within the diabetes-friendly range. This suggests lower blood sugar impact for the stated serving size. This is a dietary reference, not individual medical guidance.
How much GL does Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic have per serving?
GL = 0 per 100g for Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic falls into the Low category.
What happens to blood sugar after eating Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic?
With only 0g of fiber per 100g, Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic's GL of 0 means the blood sugar impact is low. The carbohydrates digest and absorb quickly. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 0 for Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic is estimated (Tier 4), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Fats and Oils 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.
What about the saturated fat content?
At 2.0g of saturated fat per serving, Oil industrial soy ultra low linolenic 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.
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, 13.6g) = 0 × 13.6 ÷ 100 = 0.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171439. 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. “Oil, industrial, soy, ultra low linolenic — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/oil-industrial-soy-ultra-low-linolenic/
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.