IF YOU FORGOT about the glycemic index after learning about it in middle school health class—there might be a reason. “The lower the GI number, the slower and smaller release of blood sugar in the ...

You’re savvy about your health, and you know carbs matter. But when terms like “low carb” and “low glycemic” float around, it’s easy to wonder: are they the same thing? The answer is a resounding no, ...

Need help with glycemic index and glycemic load? Discover how these tools differ, why they matter and which one can better help you better manage your blood sugar levels. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily ...

A diet with a low glycemic index (GI) had similar protective effects against diabetes and other chronic diseases as a diet high in fiber and whole grains. "These findings justify the combination of GI ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: Diabetes runs in my family, and my mother says I should eat a “low glycemic index” diet. Can you explain what this is? DEAR READER: Carbohydrates (“carbs,” for short) are one of the ...

Pasta consumed in the context of a low-glycemic index (GI) diet does not contribute to weight gain and does result in modest weight loss compared with a higher-GI diet, at least over a median ...

The glycemic index (GI) is a nutritional tool that helps measure how quickly the carbohydrates in a particular food affect an individual’s blood sugar levels. 1 As per the GI values, foods are ...

Researchers create the first national glycemic index database, revealing how common foods impact health and contribute to chronic diseases. Karen Della Corte, BYU nutrition and dietetics professor, ...

Need help with glycemic index and glycemic load? Discover how these tools differ, why they matter and which one can better help you better manage your blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes or ...