Unsweetened Almond Milk
The lightest plant-based alternative of all: a drink made from pressed almonds with almost no sugar or starch, very few calories and no effect on blood sugar.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
The smartest choice for coffee and smoothies when you have diabetes or insulin resistance; it gives you a pleasant milky texture without lactose or fast sugar.
Best preparation methods
Read the ingredient label carefully to make sure it says 'unsweetened'; regular supermarket versions contain added sugars and flavourings that raise the index.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 kcal | 37.5 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0.8 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 1.1 g | 2.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 15 kcal per 100 g, ranking 8 of 18 in Drinks (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Unsweetened Almond Milk good for weight loss?
Yes. Unsweetened Almond Milk is very low in calories (15 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Unsweetened Almond Milk affect blood sugar?
Unsweetened Almond Milk contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Unsweetened Almond Milk?
A typical 250 g portion of Unsweetened Almond Milk provides about 38 kcal, 1.5 g protein, 0.8 g carbohydrate, 2.8 g fat and 0.5 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.