Honeydew Melon
Higher glycemic index than most fruit and very little fiber — the small carb portion is what keeps the load in check.
FatTonic Facts
Honeydew Melon · per serving 1 cup diced (170g)
Good · supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 9 | −19.8 |
| Sugar (g) | 14 | −11.2 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 1 | +1.6 |
| Protein (g) | 1 | +0.7 |
| Glycemic index | no published test found | |
| Carbs (g) | 15 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 169911 (Melons, honeydew, raw), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: no published test found. Searched 28 Oct 2026 in Atkinson et al., International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values: 2008: no honeydew melon in Table A1 (cantaloupe and watermelon only). The score still uses 62, a value with no recorded source, until a test is found.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 170 g): carbs 9.1, sugar 8.1, fiber 0.8, protein 0.5, fat 0.1 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 9 set it, −19.8 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 169911.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Honeydew Melon scores 71, rated Good. It scores higher than 46% 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 honeydew melon spike insulin?
Glycemic load 9 for 1 cup diced (170g); FatTonic Score 71/100 — it supports fat-burning.
Is honeydew melon good for fat loss?
Good (71/100): honeydew melon supports fat-burning.