Turkey Breast
Almost pure lean protein with no carbohydrate — maximum satiety with zero glucose impact.
FatTonic Facts
Turkey Breast · per serving 100g cooked
Excellent · strongly supports fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 0 | 0.0 |
| Sugar (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Processing | whole | 0.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 0 | 0.0 |
| Protein (g) | 29 | +20.3 |
| Capped at 100 | raw 120.3 | = 100 |
| Glycemic index | not tested | |
| Carbs (g) | 0 | |
| Fat (g) | 1 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central, record 174516 (Turkey, retail parts, breast, meat only, cooked, roasted), public domain, checked 2 Oct 2026.
Glycemic index: not tested — too little carbohydrate to test (University of Sydney GI FAQ); the score assumes 0.
Per 100 g (USDA record; serving 100 g): carbs 0, sugar 0, fiber 0, protein 29.5, fat 2 g.
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: protein 29 g set it, +20.3 points. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 174516.
Its protein content supports satiety and helps preserve muscle while you lose fat.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Turkey Breast scores 100, rated Excellent. It scores higher than 75% 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 turkey breast spike insulin?
Glycemic load 0 for 100g cooked; FatTonic Score 100/100 — it strongly supports fat-burning.
Is turkey breast good for fat loss?
Excellent (100/100): turkey breast strongly supports fat-burning.
Better in protein
Turkey Breast ties for the best in protein on this index.