Corn
Starchier than most vegetables; treat it as a grain for blood-sugar purposes.
FatTonic Facts
Corn · per serving 1 cup (165g)
Good · supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 14 | −30.8 |
| Sugar (g) | 6 | −4.8 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 4 | +6.4 |
| Protein (g) | 5 | +3.5 |
| Glycemic index | 52 | |
| Carbs (g) | 31 | |
| Fat (g) | 2 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 168538 (Corn, sweet, white, raw), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 165 g): carbs 19, sugar 3.2, fiber 2.7, protein 3.2, fat 1.2 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 14 set it, −30.8 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 168538.
The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Corn scores 74, rated Good. It scores higher than 50% 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 corn spike insulin?
Glycemic load 14 for 1 cup (165g); FatTonic Score 74/100 — it supports fat-burning.
Is corn good for fat loss?
Good (74/100): corn supports fat-burning.