glycemic index

American  

noun

1. a system that ranks foods by the speeds at which their carbohydrates are converted into glucose in the body; a measure of the effects of foods on blood-sugar levels.

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glycemic index Scientific  

/ glī-sē′mĭk /

1. A numerical index given to a carbohydrate-rich food that is based on the average increase in blood glucose levels occurring after the food is eaten.

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Example Sentences

However, they are also rich in starch and have a relatively high glycemic index, meaning they can cause blood sugar levels to rise quickly.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Participants completed detailed questionnaires that allowed scientists to estimate the glycemic index and glycemic load of their regular diets.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

Using advanced statistical methods, the research team identified the point at which higher dietary glycemic index values were linked to increased dementia risk.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

One of the many attributes of the Mediterranean diet that may be responsible for its effect on mood is its low glycemic index.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024

Research has shown that women, in particular, are more sensitive to the effects of the glycemic index and diet overall.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024