Tag: Skim milk carbs

A single cup of skim milk contains approximately 12 grams of carbohydrates, all of which come from natural milk sugar (lactose). For those strictly limiting carbohydrate intake, this can quickly consume a significant portion of their daily carb allowance, making it a less-than-ideal choice for a low carb diet.

According to the U.S. Dairy industry, an 8-ounce cup of all types of cow's milk contains approximately 12 grams of carbohydrates, regardless of fat content. This fact challenges the common assumption that choosing skinny milk automatically reduces your carb intake, with the real difference lying in fat and calories.

Despite a widespread assumption, a one-cup serving of whole milk contains almost the exact same amount of carbohydrates as a cup of fat-free (skim) milk. This key nutritional fact challenges the idea that higher fat content also means a higher carb count in dairy products.