Apricots (Fresh)
Fresh apricots carry far less sugar per bite than the dried version and land a low glycemic load.
FatTonic Facts
Apricots (Fresh) · per serving 3 apricots (105g)
Excellent · strongly supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 3 | −6.6 |
| Sugar (g) | 9 | −7.2 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | +3.2 |
| Protein (g) | 1 | +0.7 |
| Glycemic index | 34 | |
| Carbs (g) | 12 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 171697 (Apricots, raw), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: 34, from one test: “Apricots, raw, NS (Australia)”, Table A1 no. 948 (reference: glucose, 2 h) of Atkinson et al., International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values: 2008, citing Sydney University's Glycemic Index Research Service (Human Nutrition Unit, University of Sydney, Australia), unpublished observations, 1995-2007. Note: no. 949 is canned in juice. Opened 26 Oct 2026; the 2021 edition could not be opened.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 105 g): carbs 11.1, sugar 9.2, fiber 2, protein 1.4, fat 0.4 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: sugar 9 g set it, −7.2 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 171697.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Apricots (Fresh) scores 90, rated Excellent. It scores higher than 65% 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 apricots (fresh) spike insulin?
Glycemic load 3 for 3 apricots (105g); FatTonic Score 90/100 — it strongly supports fat-burning.
Is apricots (fresh) good for fat loss?
Excellent (90/100): apricots (fresh) strongly supports fat-burning.