Glycemic Load

Question 1

Define Glycemic Load

Answer 1

Glycemic Load measures the blood glucose raising potential of a portion of food that contains carbohydrates. It takes into account the amount of carbohydrates in a portion of food along with how quickly it raises blood glucose levels

Question 2

How to work out a Glycemic Load

Answer 2

(Glycemic Index x carbohydrate content in portion) / 100

Question 3

What is the number for a low GI food

Answer 3

55 or less

Question 4

What is the number for a medium GI food

Answer 4

59 to 69

Question 5

What is the number for a high GI food

Answer 5

70 or higher

Question 6

What is the number for a low Glycemic load

Answer 6

10 or less

Question 7

What is the number for a medium glycemic load

Answer 7

11 to 19

Question 8

What is the number for a high glycemic load

Answer 8

20 or higher

Question 9

Compare glycemic load and glycemic index

Answer 9

Glycemic Index measure how quickly a carbohydrate turns in sugar. Glycemic Load measures the impact on the body’s blood sugar levels and takes portion size into account. GL is a more accurate representation

Question 10

Why is Glycemic Load helpful

Answer 10

1. Helps manage blood sugar levels
2. Helps make informed dietary choices
3. Emphasises the quality and quantity of carbohydrates