Baguette (White)
One of the highest-GI breads tested — refined and airy, it spikes glucose sharply.
FatTonic Facts
Baguette (White) · per serving 1/3 baguette (60g)
Moderate · is neutral for fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 18 | −39.6 |
| Sugar (g) | 2 | −1.6 |
| Processing | ultra-processed | −24.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 1 | +1.6 |
| Protein (g) | 6 | +4.2 |
| Glycemic index | 57 | |
| Carbs (g) | 32 | |
| Fat (g) | 1 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 172675 (Bread, french or vienna (includes sourdough)), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: 57, from one test: “Traditional French baguette (prepared with wheat flour, water, salt and 20 g yeast) (France)”, Table A1 no. 102 (reference: glucose, 3 h) of Atkinson et al., International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values: 2008, citing Rizkalla SW, Laromiguiere M, Champ M, Bruzzo F, Boillot J, Slama G. Effect of baking process on postprandial metabolic consequences: randomized trials in normal and type 2 diabetic subjects. Euro J Clin Nutr 2007; 61: 175 - 183. Note: no. 103 is whole grain; nos. 104-105 are eaten with spreads. Opened 26 Oct 2026; the 2021 edition could not be opened. Until 26 Oct 2026 this page used 95, from no recorded source.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 60 g): carbs 51.9, sugar 4.6, fiber 2.2, protein 10.8, fat 2.4 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 18 set it, −39.6 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 172675.
Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Baguette (White) scores 41, rated Moderate. It scores higher than 19% 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 baguette (white) spike insulin?
Glycemic load 18 for 1/3 baguette (60g); FatTonic Score 41/100 — it is neutral for fat-burning.
Is baguette (white) good for fat loss?
Moderate (41/100): baguette (white) is neutral for fat-burning.