Buttermilk
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 4gCarbs
- Fiber
- 0gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 4gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 6gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 35Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 2.1Glycemic Load
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Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- No
- Carnivore
- No
- Paleo
- No
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- No
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Buttermilk
- Water90.0g
- Fiber0.0g
- Carbs4.0g
- Fat1.0g
- Protein4.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Low
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- High
- Oxalate
- Not present
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- Low
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For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
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Buttermilk is a low-carb option with just 4g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it well suited for ketogenic and low-carb eating plans. Per 100g it provides 37 kcal, 4g of protein, and 1g of fat. Its fiber content of 0g per 100g supports digestive health. Buttermilk is also a good source of Calcium (21mg).
- Net carbs: 4 g
- Glycemic index (GI): 35 (low)
- Glycemic load (GL): 2.1
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Calcium: 110
- Phosphorus: 90
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.2
Buttermilk is keto-friendly with just 4g of carbs per 100g. A standard portion of 150g delivers 6g of carbohydrates, which fits comfortably within a daily keto macro target. With 4g of protein and 1g of fat per 100g, Buttermilk provides a solid macronutrient profile for a low-carb lifestyle. It is recommended as a regular part of a ketogenic or low-carb plan.
Buttermilk has a glycemic index (GI) of 35, indicating a low carb impact on blood sugar. The glycemic load (GL) is 2.1, reflecting the overall blood glucose effect from a standard serving of 150g. With 4g of carbs per 100g, Buttermilk produces a measured glycemic response.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 7
- Vitamin C
- 1
- Vitamin D
- 0
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.03
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.16
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.04
- Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
- 0
- Beta-Carotene
- 9
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 140
- Calcium
- 110
- Iron
- 0.1
- Potassium
- 145
- Magnesium
- 15
- Phosphorus
- 90
- Zinc
- 0.5
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Moderate
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
- Nightshade
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 9 |
| CalciumMineral | 110 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 4 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 1 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 0 |
| IronMineral | 0.1 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 15 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 90 |
| PotassiumMineral | 145 |
| ProteinMacro | 4 |
| SodiumMineral | 140 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 7 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.03 |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.16 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.04 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 1 |
| Vitamin DVitamin | 0 |
| WaterMacro | 90 |
| ZincMineral | 0.5 |
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