Dried Figs
Moderate — Dried Figs is neutral for fat-burning.
Drying removes water and concentrates sugar. The fiber helps, but a small handful carries the sugar of a large fresh fruit serving.
The breakdown
Per serving: 1/4 cup (50g)
Glycemic index 61 · Carbs 32g · Fat 1g · Processing minimal
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 47 places dried figs in the Moderate band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 16 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).
The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response. Its high sugar content is the main reason to keep portions in check.
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Does dried figs spike insulin?
Dried Figs has a glycemic load of 16 and a FatTonic Score of 47 out of 100, which means it is neutral for fat-burning. Drying removes water and concentrates sugar. The fiber helps, but a small handful carries the sugar of a large fresh fruit serving.
Is dried figs good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 47/100 (Moderate), dried figs is neutral for fat-burning. Drying removes water and concentrates sugar. The fiber helps, but a small handful carries the sugar of a large fresh fruit serving.
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