16/100

Snacks

Jelly Beans

Avoid — Jelly Beans strongly works against fat-burning.

Sugar and glucose syrup with no fiber, fat or protein to slow anything down — close to the fastest carbohydrate delivery available.

The breakdown

Per serving: 28g (about 10 beans)

Glycemic load
20
Sugar (g)
20
Fiber (g)
0
Protein (g)
0

Glycemic index 78 · Carbs 26g · Fat 0g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 16 places jelly beans in the Avoid band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 20 (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 jelly beans spike insulin?

Jelly Beans has a glycemic load of 20 and a FatTonic Score of 16 out of 100, which means it strongly works against fat-burning. Sugar and glucose syrup with no fiber, fat or protein to slow anything down — close to the fastest carbohydrate delivery available.

Is jelly beans good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 16/100 (Avoid), jelly beans strongly works against fat-burning. Sugar and glucose syrup with no fiber, fat or protein to slow anything down — close to the fastest carbohydrate delivery available.

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