Glycemic Index
What is a glycemic index?
The glycemic index (GI) is a number that ranks how quickly a food raises blood sugar levels.
One serving of cooked rice equals about this many cups
What is ½ cup
This air-popped snack is low in calories and high in fiber
What is popcorn
People with high blood pressure should look for foods labeled 'low' in this mineral.
What is sodium?
What does it mean when an ingredient is listed first in the ingredient list?
What is the highest concentration?
This starchy vegetable, often mashed or fried, has a high glycemic index.
What are white potatoes?
- Sweet potatoes have a lower GI than white potatoes
The recommended serving size of almonds is about how many pieces?
23
This crispy vegetable is low in calorie and easy to snack on while on the go!
What are carrots
What are cucumbers
What are bell peppers
What is cauliflower
What is broccoli
What is edamame
This dairy product, with a GI of ~11, is high in probiotics and supports gut health
What is Greek yogurt?
If a food has 230 calories per serving and you eat two servings, you consume this many calories.
What is 460 calories?
A food with a GI of 55 or less is considered this.
What is low glycemic index?
For diabetes management, a single serving of fruit is typically this many grams of carbs
What is 15 grams
This savoury snack is packed with protein and easy to eat on the go!
What is beef jerky?
This sugary beverage is often marketed as a healthy option but contains hidden sugars
What is fruit juice
A low-fat food contains this many grams of fat or less per serving.
What is 3 grams?
- Look for items that have little saturated fat and no trans fat.
This breakfast food, made from whole grains, has a GI lower than most refined cereals.
What is oatmeal?
A proper portion of cheese is about this size.
What is a pair of dice?
This sweet, often sugar-free treat, is a better alternative to candy
What is dark chocolate
This creamy green fruit is low in carbs and loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats
What is an avocado
Foods labeled as 'fat-free' can still be high in this.
What is sugar?
What has a lower GI? Dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
What is Dark Chocolate
- Dark chocolate ~23
- Milk chocolate ~45
A proper portion size of cooked meat is about this size
What is a deck of cards?
These tiny seeds have a GI of ~1, are packed with omega-3s, and make a great addition to yogurt
What are chia seeds?
These convenient meal options, ready in minutes, are often loaded with added sugars and sodium
What are microwavable meals?
The %DV is based on a daily diet of this many calories.
What is 2,000 calories?
The FDA makes recommendations for how much of each nutrient to eat in a day. The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet of 2000 calories a day.