Soup, tomato bisque, canned, prepared with equal volume milk & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 6.6 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 6.6/100g · GI 57.6 · 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 It Stacks Up in Its Family
The saturated fat figure (1.2 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 0.1-1.3 per 100g. At 0.2 per 100g, this is the lowest-fiber version in the Soup group — about 74% below the family average, with the family spanning 0.2 to 1.3 per 100g.
The Soup family's GL range is 3.4-10.2 per 100g across 13 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. The rest of the family: Canned, With water, Prepared with equal volume water.
How to Include It
💡 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.
Lower-GL Alternatives
🥣 Soup, beef broth or bouillon canned, ready-to-serve
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Soup, beef broth or bouillon canned, ready-to-serve & diabetes →🥣 Soup, SWANSON, beef broth, lower sodium
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Soup, SWANSON, beef broth, lower sodium & diabetes →🥣 Soup, beef broth, less/reduced sodium, ready to serve
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Soup, beef broth, less/reduced sodium, ready to serve & diabetes →🥣 Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, prepared with water
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, prepared with water & diabetes →Related Soups, Sauces, and Gravies Options
FAQ
Is Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk a reasonable choice if you have diabetes?
Yes — Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk has a glycemic load of just 6.6 (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 GL value does Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk carry?
The glycemic load of Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk is 6.6 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (57.6) by the available carbohydrates (11.5g) and dividing by 100.
Does Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk spike blood sugar?
With only 0.2g of fiber per 100g, Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk's GL of 6.6 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 57.6 for Soup tomato bisque prepared with equal volume milk is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Soups, Sauces, and Gravies 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.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 57.6 — subcategory_avg:Soups, Sauces, and Gravies. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 251.0g) = 6.6 × 251.0 ÷ 100 = 16.6
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 172902. 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. “Soup, tomato bisque, canned, prepared with equal volume milk — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/soup-tomato-bisque-canned-prepared-with-equal-volume-milk/
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.