Glycemic Index Of Various Foods
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| Low
Glycemic Index Foods (Slow energy release) |
Glycemic Index |
| Soybeans (canned) | 20 |
| Cherries | 32 |
| Plum | 34 |
| Grapefruit | 36 |
| Peach | 40 |
| Red Lentils | 43 |
| Skim Milk | 46 |
| Pear | 47 |
| Chickpeas | 49 |
| Ice Cream | 52 |
| Yogurt (plain) | 52 |
| Apple | 53 |
| Kidney beans | 54 |
| Standard Comparison Food | Glycemic Index |
| White bread | 100 |
| High
Glycemic Index Foods (Rapid energy release) |
Glycemic Index |
| Instant potato | 116 |
| Corn Flakes | 119 |
| Honey | 126 |
| Baked Russet Potato | 135 |
| Pure Glucose | 138 |
Notice that Ice Cream is the only dessert item with a low glycemic index. Therefore, if you plan to eat dessert regardless of concerns over fat content, Ice Cream makes a superior choice.
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