For Glycemic Index we have terms and definitions in 6 topics. The topics are Anti-Aging, Calorie Restriction, Diabetes, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Nutrition and Supplements.

Glycemic Index (Anti-Aging)

A measure of the rate at which a carbohydrate will enter the bloodstream as glucose. Some simple sugars, like table sugar, will enter the bloodstream slower than many complex carbohydrates, such as bread, rice, and potatoes. The faster a carbohydrate enters the bloodstream, the higher its glycemic index. The higher the glycemic index of a carbohydrate, the greater the increase in insulin levels. Fruits and vegetables tend to have a low glycemic index, whereas breads, pasta, grains, and starches tend to have a high glycemic index.

Glycemic Index (Calorie Restriction)

Measures the impact that a food has on blood glucose levels. Glucose is considered to have a glycemic index of 100. Note that there do exist foods (e.g., dates) which have a glycemic index greater than 100.

Glycemic Index (Diabetes)

A ranking of foods based on their immediate effect on blood sugar levels. The Glycemic Index measures how much your blood sugar increases over a period of two or three hours after a meal. Carbohydrate foods that break down quickly during digestion have the highest glycemic index.

Glycemic Index (Hormone Replacement Therapy)

A measure of the rate at which a carbohydrate will enter the bloodstream as glucose. Some simple sugars, like table sugar, will enter the bloodstream slower than many complex carbohydrates, such as bread, rice, and potatoes. The faster a carbohydrate enters the bloodstream, the higher its glycemic index. The higher the glycemic index of a carbohydrate, the greater the increase in insulin levels. Fruits and vegetables tend to have a low glycemic index, whereas breads, pasta, grains, and starches tend to have a high glycemic index.

Glycemic Index (Nutrition)

The glycemic Index (GI) measures only the rise in blood sugar elicited by various foods and drinks. It is not like an index of factors like nutrient density or vitamin or fiber content. The GI can help you if you want to avoid a spike in blood sugar, and insulin.

Glycemic Index (Supplements)

Applies to the amount of sugar in one's blood. The normal range is 70-110mg/100 ml.

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