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Scaling the Glycemic Index – How healthy are your carbs?

Heard the buzz on the Glycemic Index (GI)? The GI is esentially a ranking of how various carbohydrates affect the blood sugar after they are eaten. High-GI foods break down quickly and raise the blood glucose fast and high. Low-GI foods make a more gradual, lower rise in blood glucose. Even though scientists warn that there's not enough evidence linking the GI to weight loss, many health experts are finding a lot to like about a low-GI diet which emphasizes whole foods that are high in fiber and nutrients.
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