39/100

Grains & Bread

Croissant

Poor — Croissant works against fat-burning.

Refined white flour plus butter: a high glycemic load with added fat, so it spikes insulin and packs a lot of calories per bite.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 medium (60g)

Glycemic load
17
Sugar (g)
6
Fiber (g)
1
Protein (g)
5

Glycemic index 67 · Carbs 26g · Fat 12g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 39 places croissant in the Poor band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 17 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.

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Frequently asked questions

Does croissant spike insulin?

Croissant has a glycemic load of 17 and a FatTonic Score of 39 out of 100, which means it works against fat-burning. Refined white flour plus butter: a high glycemic load with added fat, so it spikes insulin and packs a lot of calories per bite.

Is croissant good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 39/100 (Poor), croissant works against fat-burning. Refined white flour plus butter: a high glycemic load with added fat, so it spikes insulin and packs a lot of calories per bite.

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