Naan Bread
A soft, refined-flour flatbread that digests quickly and drives a high glucose load.
FatTonic Facts
Naan Bread · per serving 1 piece (90g)
Avoid · strongly works against fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 31 | −68.2 |
| Sugar (g) | 3 | −2.4 |
| Processing | ultra-processed | −24.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | +3.2 |
| Protein (g) | 8 | +5.6 |
| Glycemic index | 71 | |
| Carbs (g) | 45 | |
| Fat (g) | 5 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 171845 (Bread, naan, plain, commercially prepared, refrigerated), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 90 g): carbs 50.4, sugar 3.6, fiber 2.2, protein 9.6, fat 5.7 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 31 set it, −68.2 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 171845.
Its protein content supports satiety and helps preserve muscle while you lose fat. Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Naan Bread scores 14, rated Avoid. It scores higher than 4% 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 naan bread spike insulin?
Glycemic load 31 for 1 piece (90g); FatTonic Score 14/100 — it strongly works against fat-burning.
Is naan bread good for fat loss?
Avoid (14/100): naan bread strongly works against fat-burning.