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Blue Cheese at a glance

Glycemic index
0
low
Glycemic load / serving
0
low
Nutri-Score
E
A best, E worst
NOVA group
–
1 = unprocessed

Serving used for glycemic load: 1 oz (28 g).

Blue Cheese nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving
Calories353 kcal99 kcal
Protein21.4 g6 g
Carbohydrate2.3 g0.7 g
Fiber0 g0 g
Sugars0.5 g0.1 g
Fat28.7 g8 g
Saturated fat18.7 g5.2 g
Sodium1146 mg321 mg
Potassium256 mg72 mg

Lower glycemic load alternatives

Other dairy with a lower glycemic load per serving:

FoodGIGL / serving
Butter00
Cheddar Cheese00
Feta Cheese00
Swiss Cheese00
Cream Cheese100

Common questions about blue cheese

Is blue cheese low glycemic?

Blue Cheese has a glycemic index of 0, which is low (low is 55 or under, high is 70 or over). The glycemic load of a 1 oz (28 g) serving is 0, which is low.

Is blue cheese good for people managing blood sugar?

Glycemic load is the better guide, because it accounts for portion size. A serving of blue cheese has a glycemic load of 0 (low). Eating it with protein, fat or fiber slows absorption further. This is general information, not medical advice; people with diabetes should follow their clinician's guidance.

How many calories are in blue cheese?

Blue Cheese has 353 calories per 100 g, and about 99 calories in a 1 oz (28 g) serving.

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Sources and method

Glycemic index: NutriOptio's reference table, compiled from the University of Sydney GI database and the international tables of glycemic index and glycemic load; the range reflects variation across studies, ripeness and preparation. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, “Cheese, blue” (FDC 172175). Glycemic load = GI × available carbohydrate (carbohydrate minus fiber) per serving ÷ 100. Nutri-Score computed with the 2017 general-food algorithm.

General information, not medical advice.