Black Beans
Excellent — Black Beans strongly supports fat-burning.
Low GI and very filling; a fat-loss staple.
The breakdown
Per serving: 1 cup (172g)
Glycemic index 30 · Carbs 41g · Fat 1g · Processing whole
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 100 places black beans in the Excellent band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 8 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).
Its protein content supports satiety and helps preserve muscle while you lose fat. The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.
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Does black beans spike insulin?
Black Beans has a glycemic load of 8 and a FatTonic Score of 100 out of 100, which means it strongly supports fat-burning. Low GI and very filling; a fat-loss staple.
Is black beans good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 100/100 (Excellent), black beans strongly supports fat-burning. Low GI and very filling; a fat-loss staple.
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