What Is Glycemic Index And Should It Factor In Your Diet? Вђ“ Mr Validity Access

The Glycemic Index (GI) is a 0–100 ranking system measuring how rapidly carbohydrates increase blood glucose levels, with low-GI foods (under 55) providing sustained energy and supporting weight management. While useful for metabolic health, the index should be paired with Glycemic Load (GL) to account for portion sizes and overall food quality.