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 ...

Low glycemic foods are those that have a low value on the glycemic index. Studies show that these foods can be good for you in many ways. Low glycemic foods help with weight loss and blood sugar. This ...

The glycemic index is a measure used to determine how much a food can affect your blood sugar levels. Several factors affect the glycemic index of a food, including the ripeness, nutrient composition, ...

When it comes to healthy eating, it's official: added sugar is a "big bad" in the nutrition world. Excessive sugar intake is linked to type 2 diabetes, chronic inflammation, and other long-term health ...

Karen Della Corte, BYU nutrition and dietetics professor, recently authored a new study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, that developed a national glycemic index (GI) and ...

Looking for healthy breakfast? Find out these options that ensure your first meal of the day keeps your blood sugar stable.

If you have diabetes or are at risk, it's important to regulate blood sugar with a healthy diet. Healthy foods to help manage blood sugar include whole grains, nuts and seeds, and legumes. Olive oil ...

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The glycemic index (GI) of sweet potatoes varies depending on the cooking method used. Boiled sweet potatoes have a much lower GI than fried, roasted, or baked versions. The longer it is boiled, the ...