14/100

Grains & Bread

Naan Bread

Avoid — Naan Bread strongly works against fat-burning.

A soft, refined-flour flatbread that digests quickly and drives a high glucose load.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 piece (90g)

Glycemic load
31
Sugar (g)
3
Fiber (g)
2
Protein (g)
8

Glycemic index 71 · Carbs 45g · Fat 5g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 14 places naan bread in the Avoid band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 31 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).

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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Frequently asked questions

Does naan bread spike insulin?

Naan Bread has a glycemic load of 31 and a FatTonic Score of 14 out of 100, which means it strongly works against fat-burning. A soft, refined-flour flatbread that digests quickly and drives a high glucose load.

Is naan bread good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 14/100 (Avoid), naan bread strongly works against fat-burning. A soft, refined-flour flatbread that digests quickly and drives a high glucose load.

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