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Different food types have varied effects on how blood sugar is released
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The Glycaemic Index (GI) ranks the carbohydrates in food according to how they affect blood sugar levels
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Carbohydrates with a low GI value are digested slowly and cause a lower and slower rise in blood sugar levels
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Carbohydrates with a high GI value are digested at a faster rate and cause a very sudden increase in blood sugar levels
Did you know?
Excess sugar in your body is converted to fat and stored in your body