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Registered Dietitian

Category - Nutrition Care

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Which of the following is true for glycemic index?
  1. It is always higher for simple sugars.
  2. It is not affected by combinations of foods eaten together.
  3. It is a system for categorizing foods according to their effects on blood glucose levels.
  4. It is the same for raw and cooked forms of a food.
Explanation
Answer: C - The glycemic index is a system for categorizing foods according to their effects on blood glucose levels. Glycemic index is affected by combinations of foods eaten together, and is lower for some sugars compared to starches. Glycemic index values may differ with food preparation and processing.
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