38/100

Vegetables

White Potato (Baked)

Poor — White Potato (Baked) works against fat-burning.

One of the highest-GI whole foods; cooling and vinegar lower the response.

The breakdown

Per serving: 1 medium (170g)

Glycemic load
28
Sugar (g)
2
Fiber (g)
4
Protein (g)
4

Glycemic index 85 · Carbs 37g · Fat 0g · Processing minimal

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 38 places white potato (baked) in the Poor band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 28 (high — a steep glucose and insulin response).

The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.

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Frequently asked questions

Does white potato (baked) spike insulin?

White Potato (Baked) has a glycemic load of 28 and a FatTonic Score of 38 out of 100, which means it works against fat-burning. One of the highest-GI whole foods; cooling and vinegar lower the response.

Is white potato (baked) good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 38/100 (Poor), white potato (baked) works against fat-burning. One of the highest-GI whole foods; cooling and vinegar lower the response.

Better swaps

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