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 ...

Diets rich in high-glycemic foods such as white bread and potatoes are linked to a higher risk of dementia. | Neuroscience ...

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A diet with a low glycemic index (GI) had similar protective effects against diabetes and other chronic diseases as a diet high in fiber and whole grains. "These findings justify the combination of GI ...

Orange juice can fit into a balanced, blood sugar–friendly eating plan. Despite its sugar, it has a moderate glycemic index and is rich in protective antioxidants. To prevent blood sugar spikes, keep ...

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In the heart of North Philadelphia, a grandmother stirs a pot of oatmeal while her grandson reaches for a box of sugary cereal. Across town in West Philly, a barber skips breakfast and grabs a honey ...

The glycemic index (GI) is a nutritional tool that helps measure how quickly the carbohydrates in a particular food affect an individual’s blood sugar levels. 1 As per the GI values, foods are ...

Popcorn can raise your blood sugar levels, but the effect can depend on portion size, preparation, and added sugars. Learn how different popcorn types compare.