Beer
Alcohol pauses fat-burning while the body clears it; the carbs add to the hit.
FatTonic Facts
Beer · per serving 1 can (355ml)
Good · supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 9 | −19.8 |
| Sugar (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Processing | processed | −16.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Protein (g) | 2 | +1.4 |
| Glycemic index | 66 | |
| Carbs (g) | 13 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 168746 (Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: 66, from one test: “Beer, Toohey's New (Tooheys Pty Limited, Australia)”, Table A1 no. 42 (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citing Sydney University's Glycemic Index Research Service (Human Nutrition Unit, University of Sydney, Australia), unpublished observations, 1995-2007. Opened 26 Oct 2026; the 2021 edition could not be opened.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 355 g): carbs 3.6, sugar 0, fiber 0, protein 0.5, fat 0 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 9 set it, −19.8 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 168746.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Beer scores 66, rated Good. It scores higher than 42% 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 beer spike insulin?
Glycemic load 9 for 1 can (355ml); FatTonic Score 66/100 — it supports fat-burning.
Is beer good for fat loss?
Good (66/100): beer supports fat-burning.