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glycemic index

Perspective: Does Glycemic Index Matter for Weight Loss and Obesity Prevention? Examination of the Evidence on “Fast” Compared with “Slow” Carbs (November 2021)

The glycemic index (GI) categorizes carbohydrates as “fast” (high-GI) or “slow” (low-GI) based on their impact on blood sugar levels. This review assessed whether dietary GI influences body weight and obesity risk using data from observational studies and meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

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Diabetes Obesity Tags: adults, blood glucose, carbohydrates, diabetes, glycemic index, obesity

Carbohydrate quality and human health: a series of systematic reviews and meta-analyses (February 2019)

This report analyzed data from 185 prospective studies and 58 clinical trials, representing nearly 135 million person-years, to evaluate the relationship between carbohydrate quality and health outcomes. It examined dietary fiber, whole grains, and glycemic measures in relation to non-communicable diseases.

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Diet Quality Refined grain Whole grain Tags: carbohydrate, diet quality, fiber, glycemic index, refined grain, whole grain

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