Green Peas
High fiber and protein keep peas' glucose response in check.
FatTonic Facts
Green Peas · per serving 1 cup (145g)
Excellent · strongly supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 7 | −15.4 |
| Sugar (g) | 8 | −6.4 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 | +12.8 |
| Protein (g) | 8 | +5.6 |
| Glycemic index | 51 | |
| Carbs (g) | 21 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 170419 (Peas, green, raw), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 145 g): carbs 14.5, sugar 5.7, fiber 5.7, protein 5.4, fat 0.4 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 7 set it, −15.4 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 170419.
Its protein content supports satiety and helps preserve muscle while you lose fat. The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Green Peas scores 97, rated Excellent. It scores higher than 69% 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 green peas spike insulin?
Glycemic load 7 for 1 cup (145g); FatTonic Score 97/100 — it strongly supports fat-burning.
Is green peas good for fat loss?
Excellent (97/100): green peas strongly supports fat-burning.