64/100

Grains & Bread

Rye Bread

Good — Rye Bread supports fat-burning.

Dense whole-rye bread has a lower GI than wheat bread; look for a heavy, seedy loaf rather than light rye coloured with molasses.

The breakdown

Per serving: 2 slices (60g)

Glycemic load
13
Sugar (g)
2
Fiber (g)
4
Protein (g)
5

Glycemic index 50 · Carbs 30g · Fat 1g · Processing processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 64 places rye bread in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 13 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.

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Frequently asked questions

Does rye bread spike insulin?

Rye Bread has a glycemic load of 13 and a FatTonic Score of 64 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. Dense whole-rye bread has a lower GI than wheat bread; look for a heavy, seedy loaf rather than light rye coloured with molasses.

Is rye bread good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 64/100 (Good), rye bread supports fat-burning. Dense whole-rye bread has a lower GI than wheat bread; look for a heavy, seedy loaf rather than light rye coloured with molasses.

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