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Understanding Glycemic Index and Load by malihatayaba is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The glycemic index (GI) measures how quickly carbohydrate-containing foods raise blood glucose levels, classifying them as high, moderate, or low GI. High-GI foods can lead to rapid increases in blood sugar and insulin, potentially increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, while low-GI foods promote more stable blood sugar levels. Glycemic load (GL) combines the quality and quantity of carbohydrates in food, with lower GL diets associated with better health outcomes, although curren
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