Rice Milk
The highest glycemic index of the common plant milks — rice starch is enzymatically broken down during production. Almond, soy and unsweetened oat all sit far lower.
FatTonic Facts
Rice Milk · per serving 1 cup (240ml)
Poor · works against fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 18 | −39.6 |
| Sugar (g) | 13 | −10.4 |
| Processing | processed | −16.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 1 | +1.6 |
| Protein (g) | 1 | +0.7 |
| Glycemic index | 86 | |
| Carbs (g) | 22 | |
| Fat (g) | 2 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 171942 (Beverages, rice milk, unsweetened), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 240 g): carbs 9.2, sugar 5.3, fiber 0.3, protein 0.3, fat 1 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 18 set it, −39.6 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 171942.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Rice Milk scores 36, rated Poor. It scores higher than 14% of the 200 rated foods.
Rated foods per band: Avoid 0–19: 11; Poor 20–39: 23; Moderate 40–59: 34; Good 60–79: 45; Excellent 80–100: 87.
Frequently asked questions
Does rice milk spike insulin?
Glycemic load 18 for 1 cup (240ml); FatTonic Score 36/100 — it works against fat-burning.
Is rice milk good for fat loss?
Poor (36/100): rice milk works against fat-burning.