Baguette (White)
Avoid — Baguette (White) strongly works against fat-burning.
One of the highest-GI breads tested — refined and airy, it spikes glucose sharply.
The breakdown
Per serving: 1/3 baguette (60g)
Glycemic index 95 · Carbs 32g · Fat 1g · Processing ultra-processed
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 16 places baguette (white) in the Avoid band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 29 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).
Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.
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Does baguette (white) spike insulin?
Baguette (White) has a glycemic load of 29 and a FatTonic Score of 16 out of 100, which means it strongly works against fat-burning. One of the highest-GI breads tested — refined and airy, it spikes glucose sharply.
Is baguette (white) good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 16/100 (Avoid), baguette (white) strongly works against fat-burning. One of the highest-GI breads tested — refined and airy, it spikes glucose sharply.
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