Papaya
Good — Papaya supports fat-burning.
A moderate glycemic index but a modest portion carbohydrate load, so the real-world glycemic load stays small.
The breakdown
Per serving: 1 cup cubed (145g)
Glycemic index 60 · Carbs 16g · Fat 0g · Processing whole
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 79 places papaya in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 8 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).
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Does papaya spike insulin?
Papaya has a glycemic load of 8 and a FatTonic Score of 79 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. A moderate glycemic index but a modest portion carbohydrate load, so the real-world glycemic load stays small.
Is papaya good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 79/100 (Good), papaya supports fat-burning. A moderate glycemic index but a modest portion carbohydrate load, so the real-world glycemic load stays small.
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