Table Sugar
Half glucose, half fructose — the reference point for a blood-sugar spike.
FatTonic Facts
Table Sugar · per serving 1 tbsp (12g)
Moderate · is neutral for fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 8 | −17.6 |
| Sugar (g) | 12 | −9.6 |
| Processing | ultra-processed | −24.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Protein (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Glycemic index | 65 | |
| Carbs (g) | 12 | |
| Fat (g) | 0 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 169655 (Sugars, granulated), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 12 g): carbs 100, sugar 99.8, fiber 0, protein 0, fat 0 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: processing (ultra-processed) set it, −24.0 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 169655.
Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Table Sugar scores 49, rated Moderate. It scores higher than 27% 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 table sugar spike insulin?
Glycemic load 8 for 1 tbsp (12g); FatTonic Score 49/100 — it is neutral for fat-burning.
Is table sugar good for fat loss?
Moderate (49/100): table sugar is neutral for fat-burning.