Cheese (Cheddar)
Excellent — Cheese (Cheddar) strongly supports fat-burning.
Essentially no carbs; fat and protein make it very satiating.
The breakdown
Per serving: 40g
Glycemic index 0 · Carbs 1g · Fat 13g · Processing minimal
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 99 places cheese (cheddar) in the Excellent band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 0 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).
Its protein content supports satiety and helps preserve muscle while you lose fat.
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Does cheese (cheddar) spike insulin?
Cheese (Cheddar) has a glycemic load of 0 and a FatTonic Score of 99 out of 100, which means it strongly supports fat-burning. Essentially no carbs; fat and protein make it very satiating.
Is cheese (cheddar) good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 99/100 (Excellent), cheese (cheddar) strongly supports fat-burning. Essentially no carbs; fat and protein make it very satiating.
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