100/100

Vegetables

Kale

Excellent — Kale strongly supports fat-burning.

Dense in fiber and micronutrients with a negligible effect on blood sugar.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 cup cooked (130g)

Glycemic load
1
Sugar (g)
2
Fiber (g)
3
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 15 · Carbs 7g · Fat 0g · Processing whole

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 100 places kale in the Excellent band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 1 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).

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Frequently asked questions

Does kale spike insulin?

Kale has a glycemic load of 1 and a FatTonic Score of 100 out of 100, which means it strongly supports fat-burning. Dense in fiber and micronutrients with a negligible effect on blood sugar.

Is kale good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 100/100 (Excellent), kale strongly supports fat-burning. Dense in fiber and micronutrients with a negligible effect on blood sugar.

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