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Low-GI Grains

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Low-GI Grains

Oats, wheat and other grains with the lowest glycemic index (GI) value include:

Barley (pearl)
Glycemic Index (GI) Value: 25
Effect on Blood Sugar Levels: Low

Buckwheat
Glycemic Index (GI) Value: 54
Effect on Blood Sugar Levels: Low

Cracked Wheat (Bulgur)
Glycemic Index (GI) Value: 48
Effect on Blood Sugar Levels: Low

Oat Bran (raw)
Glycemic Index (GI) Value: 55
Effect on Blood Sugar Levels: Low

Note: The Glycemic Index (GI) is a relatively new method of assessing carbohydrates in food according to its immediate effect on blood glucose levels. The higher the GI value, the faster the carbohydrate is converted into glucose and the greater its impact on sugar levels in the bloodstream. For optimum glucose management, choose lower GI foods.

See also: Glycemic Load For Grains

GI and Weight Management

As far as healthy weight management is concerned, it is our opinion that GI diets will supercede low carb diet plans, as they offer all the advantages (appetite control, reduction of cravings, improved glucose metabolism) of carb controlled diets without any long term health problems.

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