34/100

Grains & Bread

White Bread

Poor — White Bread works against fat-burning.

Refined wheat flour digests fast and drives a steep insulin response.

The breakdown

Per serving: 2 slices (60g)

Glycemic load
21
Sugar (g)
3
Fiber (g)
2
Protein (g)
5

Glycemic index 75 · Carbs 30g · Fat 2g · Processing ultra-processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 34 places white bread in the Poor band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 21 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).

Being ultra-processed, it is also easy to overeat.

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Frequently asked questions

Does white bread spike insulin?

White Bread has a glycemic load of 21 and a FatTonic Score of 34 out of 100, which means it works against fat-burning. Refined wheat flour digests fast and drives a steep insulin response.

Is white bread good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 34/100 (Poor), white bread works against fat-burning. Refined wheat flour digests fast and drives a steep insulin response.

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