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Low-fat coffee drink
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Instant coffee with skim milk (200 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.2 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
40
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
5.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 36% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 6 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 60 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 400 g | 80 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
Stir the instant coffee into a little hot water until it dissolves, then add warmed skim milk. You can also dissolve it in hot skim milk, but avoid boiling the milk for a smoother drink.
Yes, instant coffee with skim milk contains caffeine from the coffee. The amount varies with the coffee used and how much goes into the cup, so it can still affect people who are sensitive to caffeine.
Instant coffee with skim milk does not cause weight loss on its own. Without added sugar or syrup, it can be a lighter choice than sweetened coffee drinks, but it is not a substitute for a meal.
Yes, instant coffee with skim milk can be served iced. First dissolve the coffee in a small amount of warm water, then add cold skim milk and ice; the granules may not dissolve well in cold milk alone.
Instant coffee with skim milk made from plain coffee and milk has no added sugar unless you add it. Some premixed sachets do contain sugar, so their ingredients can differ from a drink prepared at home.
Yes, instant coffee with skim milk made with regular cow’s milk contains lactose. Removing the milk fat does not remove lactose; using lactose-free skim milk changes that.
No, adding skim milk does not remove or reduce the caffeine already in the coffee. The amount depends mainly on the coffee used and how much you prepare, not on whether you add milk.
Yes, instant coffee with skim milk can bother some people’s stomachs. Coffee may trigger reflux or discomfort, while the milk may cause symptoms in someone who has trouble digesting lactose; having it with food may help.
No, a cup of instant coffee with skim milk does not usually cause dehydration. Caffeine can have a mild diuretic effect, but the drink still contributes fluid; people who are sensitive may notice they urinate more.
Instant coffee with skim milk should not sit at room temperature for more than two hours because it contains milk. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, though the drink is generally best made fresh for flavor.
Vitamins
B12
0.44µg · 18% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
100mg · 14% DV
Calcium
122mg · 12% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
270mg · 8% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 40 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Instant coffee with skim milk combines soluble coffee with skimmed milk or a milk ingredient in a quick-to-make drink. It is prepared by mixing the granules with hot water, making it handy at home, at work or while travelling. In places where instant coffee is common, it is often served as a simple everyday cup rather than a brewed café-style coffee.
Its flavour is milder and creamier than black instant coffee, with a light rather than rich texture. It is a low-fat coffee drink; a 100 g portion contains 0.1 g of fat. Enjoy it on its own or with breakfast, and leave out added sugar if you want to keep the cup lighter.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.