41/100

Grains & Bread

Pita Bread (White)

Moderate — Pita Bread (White) is neutral for fat-burning.

A lower glycemic index than white bread, but one pita packs the carbohydrate of roughly two slices, so the glycemic load lands in a similar place.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 pita (60g)

Glycemic load
18
Sugar (g)
1
Fiber (g)
1
Protein (g)
6

Glycemic index 57 · Carbs 33g · Fat 1g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 41 places pita bread (white) in the Moderate band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 18 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.

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Frequently asked questions

Does pita bread (white) spike insulin?

Pita Bread (White) has a glycemic load of 18 and a FatTonic Score of 41 out of 100, which means it is neutral for fat-burning. A lower glycemic index than white bread, but one pita packs the carbohydrate of roughly two slices, so the glycemic load lands in a similar place.

Is pita bread (white) good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 41/100 (Moderate), pita bread (white) is neutral for fat-burning. A lower glycemic index than white bread, but one pita packs the carbohydrate of roughly two slices, so the glycemic load lands in a similar place.

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