43/100

Snacks

Granola Bar

Moderate — Granola Bar is neutral for fat-burning.

Often bound with syrup and sugar, so most bars behave more like candy than whole oats.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 bar (35g)

Glycemic load
13
Sugar (g)
12
Fiber (g)
2
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 61 · Carbs 24g · Fat 5g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 43 places granola bar in the Moderate band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 13 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does granola bar spike insulin?

Granola Bar has a glycemic load of 13 and a FatTonic Score of 43 out of 100, which means it is neutral for fat-burning. Often bound with syrup and sugar, so most bars behave more like candy than whole oats.

Is granola bar good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 43/100 (Moderate), granola bar is neutral for fat-burning. Often bound with syrup and sugar, so most bars behave more like candy than whole oats.

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