glycemic index
noun
: a measure of the rate at which ingested food causes the level of glucose in the blood to rise
also
: a ranking of foods according to the glycemic index
—abbreviation GI
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This means that compared to other breads, sourdough is low on the glycemic index (GI), a classification system that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods on a scale of 0-100 according to their impact on blood sugar levels.
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
The nutrition experts recommend especially prioritizing low glycemic index carbohydrates such as legumes, whole grains, and tubers.
—Vicky Vera, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Millet As well as being gluten-free with a low glycemic index, millet is rich in protein, amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals like magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron—all essential for healthy hair and skin.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
However, they are considered a low to moderate glycemic index food and may play a role in managing blood sugar.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
The nutrition experts recommend especially prioritizing low glycemic index carbohydrates such as legumes, whole grains, and tubers.
—Vicky Vera, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Millet As well as being gluten-free with a low glycemic index, millet is rich in protein, amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals like magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron—all essential for healthy hair and skin.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
However, they are considered a low to moderate glycemic index food and may play a role in managing blood sugar.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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glycemic index
noun
: a measure of the rate at which an ingested food causes the level of glucose in the blood to rise
the insulin response caused by carbohydrate depends on the glycemic index … of the food—Trevor Smith
Trevor Smith
also
: a ranking of foods according to their glycemic index
—abbreviation GI
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