75/100

Fruit

Cantaloupe

Good — Cantaloupe supports fat-burning.

The GI is high but there is little carbohydrate per serving, so the actual glycemic load stays low.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 cup (160g)

Glycemic load
8
Sugar (g)
12
Fiber (g)
1
Protein (g)
1

Glycemic index 65 · Carbs 13g · Fat 0g · Processing whole

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 75 places cantaloupe in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 8 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).

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Frequently asked questions

Does cantaloupe spike insulin?

Cantaloupe has a glycemic load of 8 and a FatTonic Score of 75 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. The GI is high but there is little carbohydrate per serving, so the actual glycemic load stays low.

Is cantaloupe good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 75/100 (Good), cantaloupe supports fat-burning. The GI is high but there is little carbohydrate per serving, so the actual glycemic load stays low.

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