Pear
High fiber for a fruit and a low GI, so a pear releases its sugar slowly and supports steadier insulin.
FatTonic Facts
Pear · per serving 1 medium (178g)
Good · supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 8 | −17.6 |
| Sugar (g) | 17 | −13.6 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 6 | +9.6 |
| Protein (g) | 1 | +0.7 |
| Glycemic index | 38 | |
| Carbs (g) | 27 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 169118 (Pears, raw), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 178 g): carbs 15.2, sugar 9.8, fiber 3.1, protein 0.4, fat 0.1 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 8 set it, −17.6 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 169118.
The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response. Its high sugar content is the main reason to keep portions in check.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Pear scores 79, rated Good. It scores higher than 55% 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 pear spike insulin?
Glycemic load 8 for 1 medium (178g); FatTonic Score 79/100 — it supports fat-burning.
Is pear good for fat loss?
Good (79/100): pear supports fat-burning.