1/100

Snacks

Gummy Candy

Avoid — Gummy Candy strongly works against fat-burning.

Almost pure sugar and glucose syrup, giving one of the steepest spikes of any snack.

The breakdown

Per serving: 15 pieces (40g)

Glycemic load
28
Sugar (g)
26
Fiber (g)
0
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 78 · Carbs 36g · Fat 0g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 1 places gummy candy in the Avoid band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 28 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).

Its high sugar content is the main reason to keep portions in check. Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.

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Frequently asked questions

Does gummy candy spike insulin?

Gummy Candy has a glycemic load of 28 and a FatTonic Score of 1 out of 100, which means it strongly works against fat-burning. Almost pure sugar and glucose syrup, giving one of the steepest spikes of any snack.

Is gummy candy good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 1/100 (Avoid), gummy candy strongly works against fat-burning. Almost pure sugar and glucose syrup, giving one of the steepest spikes of any snack.

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