74/100

Vegetables

Corn

Good — Corn supports fat-burning.

Starchier than most vegetables; treat it as a grain for blood-sugar purposes.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 cup (165g)

Glycemic load
14
Sugar (g)
6
Fiber (g)
4
Protein (g)
5

Glycemic index 52 · Carbs 31g · Fat 2g · Processing whole

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 74 places corn in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 14 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.

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Frequently asked questions

Does corn spike insulin?

Corn has a glycemic load of 14 and a FatTonic Score of 74 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. Starchier than most vegetables; treat it as a grain for blood-sugar purposes.

Is corn good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 74/100 (Good), corn supports fat-burning. Starchier than most vegetables; treat it as a grain for blood-sugar purposes.

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