Yogurt, frozen, flavors other than chocolate, lowfat & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 9.2 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 9.2/100g · GI 44 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
Nutrition Overview
What to Watch For
⚠️ Low Dietary Fiber
Yogurt, frozen, flavors other than chocolate, lowfat contains only 0.0g of fiber per 100g — far below the recommended threshold for diabetes-friendly carbohydrates. Without fiber to slow digestion, the starches break down rapidly in the small intestine, causing a quicker glucose release into the bloodstream. The American Diabetes Association recommends choosing high-fiber carbohydrates (≥3g per serving) to help stabilize post-meal blood sugar. Pairing Yogurt, frozen, flavors other than chocolate, lowfat with high-fiber vegetables or legumes can partially offset this effect.
ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (2024). Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1).
Simple Ways to Balance It
💡 Pair With Protein & Fiber
Eating alongside lean protein and non-starchy vegetables slows gastric emptying and blunts the post-meal blood sugar rise.
💡 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.
Alternatives to Consider
🥛 Butter, salted
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Butter, salted & diabetes →🥛 Butter, without salt
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Butter, without salt & diabetes →🥛 Cheese, Mexican blend
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Cheese, Mexican blend & diabetes →🥛 Cheese, goat, semisoft type
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Cheese, goat, semisoft type & diabetes →Other Dairy and Egg Products Foods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat good for diabetes?
Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat is classified as diabetes-friendly (GL ≤10). The data suggests a lower blood sugar impact — dietary reference only, not a substitute for professional medical advice.
How much GL does Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat have per serving?
The glycemic load of Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat is 9.2 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (44) by the available carbohydrates (21.0g) and dividing by 100.
How quickly does Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat raise blood sugar?
Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 9.2 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Why is fiber important for blood sugar control?
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate digestion and absorption, leading to a more gradual blood sugar rise. Yogurt flavors other than chocolate lowfat has only 0g of fiber per 100g, which is one reason its glycemic load (9.2) is low. The ADA recommends choosing carbs with at least 3g of fiber per serving. Adding high-fiber foods like vegetables or legumes to your meal can help compensate.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 44 for Yogurt flavors other than chocolate 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.
Where This Data Comes From
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, 100g) = 9.2 × 100 ÷ 100 = 9.2
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170908. 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. “Yogurt, frozen, flavors other than chocolate, lowfat — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/yogurt-frozen-flavors-other-than-chocolate-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.