Glycemic index (GI)

• What does glycemic index (GI) describe?

  Rise in blood glucose levels
• Why should the GI of carbohydrates be considered?


  When choosing them in a meal plan
• What type of food has a high GI?

  Carbohydrate-containing food
• What type of food has a low GI?

  Whole wheat
• What is the plate method for meal planning?

  • 50% vegetables
  • 25% protein
  • 25% carbohydrates