Can someone explain a low-glycemic index diet to me please?
A low-glycemic index diet (low GI diet) is a diet composed mostly of low GI carbohydrates. Basically low GI carbs raise your blood sugar very slowly over an extended period of time, whereas high GI carbs spike your blood sugar very rapidly. It’s sometimes recommended to PCOS patients because people with PCOS have a higher risk of developing Type II diabetes, and a diet filled with high GI carbs is also thought to promote diabetes. You can probably find a lot of information on what foods are high GI versus low GI, but in general: – Tropical fruits (pineapple, mango, etc) tend to be high GI, whereas “mainland” fruits (blueberries, apples) tend to be low GI – Breads, including whole wheat breads, tend to be high GI, unless they’re made with crushed wheat – Pasta is low GI (phew!) – Most grains like bulgur, quinoa, and rice are low-medium GI. The shorter the grain on rice, the higher the GI – Cookies and cakes are typically high GI – Beans/legumes are mostly very low GI – Vegetables tend t
