Wild Rice
Good — Wild Rice supports fat-burning.
Botanically a grass seed rather than rice. More protein and a lower glycemic index than white rice for a similar carbohydrate load.
The breakdown
Per serving: 1 cup cooked (164g)
Glycemic index 57 · Carbs 35g · Fat 1g · Processing minimal
What this means for fat-burning
A FatTonic Score of 61 places wild rice in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 18 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).
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Does wild rice spike insulin?
Wild Rice has a glycemic load of 18 and a FatTonic Score of 61 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. Botanically a grass seed rather than rice. More protein and a lower glycemic index than white rice for a similar carbohydrate load.
Is wild rice good for fat loss?
With a FatTonic Score of 61/100 (Good), wild rice supports fat-burning. Botanically a grass seed rather than rice. More protein and a lower glycemic index than white rice for a similar carbohydrate load.
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