38/100

Grains & Bread

Udon Noodles

Poor — Udon Noodles works against fat-burning.

Thick wheat noodles. The glycemic index is moderate, but a restaurant portion carries a large carbohydrate load, which is what drives the response.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 cup cooked (180g)

Glycemic load
24
Sugar (g)
1
Fiber (g)
2
Protein (g)
6

Glycemic index 62 · Carbs 40g · Fat 1g · Processing processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 38 places udon noodles in the Poor band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 24 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).

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Frequently asked questions

Does udon noodles spike insulin?

Udon Noodles has a glycemic load of 24 and a FatTonic Score of 38 out of 100, which means it works against fat-burning. Thick wheat noodles. The glycemic index is moderate, but a restaurant portion carries a large carbohydrate load, which is what drives the response.

Is udon noodles good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 38/100 (Poor), udon noodles works against fat-burning. Thick wheat noodles. The glycemic index is moderate, but a restaurant portion carries a large carbohydrate load, which is what drives the response.

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