Parsnip
Sweet and starchy, but ample fiber keeps its retested glycemic response moderate.
FatTonic Facts
Parsnip · per serving 1 cup cooked (156g)
Good · supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 11 | −24.2 |
| Sugar (g) | 7 | −5.6 |
| Processing | minimal | −8.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 6 | +9.6 |
| Protein (g) | 2 | +1.4 |
| Glycemic index | 52 | |
| Carbs (g) | 27 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 170009 (Parsnips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 156 g): carbs 17, sugar 4.8, fiber 3.6, protein 1.3, fat 0.3 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 11 set it, −24.2 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 170009.
The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Parsnip scores 73, rated Good. It scores higher than 49% 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 parsnip spike insulin?
Glycemic load 11 for 1 cup cooked (156g); FatTonic Score 73/100 — it supports fat-burning.
Is parsnip good for fat loss?
Good (73/100): parsnip supports fat-burning.