83/100

Snacks

Popcorn (Air-popped)

Excellent — Popcorn (Air-popped) strongly supports fat-burning.

A whole grain with fiber; the load stays moderate if you skip the butter and sugar.

The breakdown

Per serving: 3 cups (24g)

Glycemic load
8
Sugar (g)
0
Fiber (g)
4
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 55 · Carbs 19g · Fat 1g · Processing minimal

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 83 places popcorn (air-popped) in the Excellent band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 8 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).

The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.

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Frequently asked questions

Does popcorn (air-popped) spike insulin?

Popcorn (Air-popped) has a glycemic load of 8 and a FatTonic Score of 83 out of 100, which means it strongly supports fat-burning. A whole grain with fiber; the load stays moderate if you skip the butter and sugar.

Is popcorn (air-popped) good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 83/100 (Excellent), popcorn (air-popped) strongly supports fat-burning. A whole grain with fiber; the load stays moderate if you skip the butter and sugar.

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