Glycaemic Index (GI) Flashcards
1
Q
Define Glycaemic Index
A
Measure of how fast and how much a food raises blood glucose levels
2
Q
What type of foods delay the onset of hunger and why?
A
Low GI such as carbohydrates because they break down slowly during digestion
3
Q
Name 3 Low GI foods
A
Soya beans
Wholemeal pasta
Lentils