33/100

Drinks

Apple Juice

Poor — Apple Juice works against fat-burning.

Juicing strips the fiber and leaves concentrated liquid sugar, so it hits faster and harder than a whole apple.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 cup (240ml)

Glycemic load
11
Sugar (g)
24
Fiber (g)
0
Protein (g)
0

Glycemic index 41 · Carbs 28g · Fat 0g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 33 places apple juice in the Poor band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 11 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

Its high sugar content is the main reason to keep portions in check. Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.

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Frequently asked questions

Does apple juice spike insulin?

Apple Juice has a glycemic load of 11 and a FatTonic Score of 33 out of 100, which means it works against fat-burning. Juicing strips the fiber and leaves concentrated liquid sugar, so it hits faster and harder than a whole apple.

Is apple juice good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 33/100 (Poor), apple juice works against fat-burning. Juicing strips the fiber and leaves concentrated liquid sugar, so it hits faster and harder than a whole apple.

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