Shredded Wheat
Moderate — Shredded Wheat is neutral for fat-burning.
Unsweetened wholegrain wheat, but the light structure still produces a high glucose rise.
The breakdown
Per serving: 2 biscuits (44g)
Glycemic index 75 · Carbs 31g · Fat 1g · Processing processed
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 51 places shredded wheat in the Moderate band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 20 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).
The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.
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Does shredded wheat spike insulin?
Shredded Wheat has a glycemic load of 20 and a FatTonic Score of 51 out of 100, which means it is neutral for fat-burning. Unsweetened wholegrain wheat, but the light structure still produces a high glucose rise.
Is shredded wheat good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 51/100 (Moderate), shredded wheat is neutral for fat-burning. Unsweetened wholegrain wheat, but the light structure still produces a high glucose rise.
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