Most remain high-GI, though specific low-GI varieties have been identified in the new data.
Foods are ranked on a 100-point scale based on their effect on blood sugar compared to pure glucose (GI = 100): Revised International Table of Glycemic Index (...
The 2021 edition includes , a 61% increase from the 2008 tables. It categorizes these entries into two lists: Most remain high-GI, though specific low-GI varieties have
Dairy products, most fruits, legumes (beans/lentils), and pasta. International tables of glycemic index and glycemic load
International tables of glycemic index and glycemic load values 2021
Breads and breakfast cereals show high variation; for example, white rice ranges from a GI of 19 to 116 depending on the variety and region.
Data now better reflects regional differences, showing higher average GI values for breads and rice tested in Asia compared to North America or Europe. Importance of Glycemic Load (GL)