Udon Noodles
Thick wheat noodles. The glycemic index is moderate, but a restaurant portion carries a large carbohydrate load, which is what drives the response.
FatTonic Facts
Udon Noodles · per serving 1 cup cooked (180g)
Poor · works against fat-burning
| Factor | Amount | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 100.0 | |
| Glycemic load | 24 | −52.8 |
| Sugar (g) | 1 | −0.8 |
| Processing | processed | −16.0 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | +3.2 |
| Protein (g) | 6 | +4.2 |
| Glycemic index | 62 | |
| Carbs (g) | 40 | |
| Fat (g) | 1 |
Score model v1
Nutrients: no matching USDA FoodData Central record (searched 5 Oct 2026); values not yet sourced.
Glycemic index: per-food source not yet recorded.
Per 100 g: not shown — per serving only (no record weight).
What this means for fat-burning
Why this score: glycemic load 24 set it, −52.8 points. Source: not yet recorded.
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Among the 200 rated foods
Udon Noodles scores 38, rated Poor. It scores higher than 15% 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 udon noodles spike insulin?
Glycemic load 24 for 1 cup cooked (180g); FatTonic Score 38/100 — it works against fat-burning.
Is udon noodles good for fat loss?
Poor (38/100): udon noodles works against fat-burning.