GLYCAEMIC INDEX / HOMEOSTASIS Flashcards
What is GI
GI is a ranking of carbohydrate-containing foods based on the
overall effect on blood glucose levels
What has a low GI ranking
Slowly absorbed foods have a low GI rating
What has a high GI ranking
Foods that are more quickly absorbed have a higher GI rating
What can affect the GI of a food
Cooking methods and ripeness of fruits and vegetables can affect the
GI of a food
What is homeostasis
This is the process by which a living organism maintains a constant
internal environment.
How can the body work optimally
The body can only work optimally if certain parameters are within
specific ranges, eg temperature, water, glucose
What is an example of homeostasis
The regulation of blood glucose levels is one example of
homeostasis
What organ plays an important role in homeostasis
The liver plays a very important role in homeostasis
