Clams, baked or broiled

Clams, Baked or Broiled: A Low Glycemic Seafood Option Clams are not just delicious seafood but also a nutritionally rich food choice that can be part of a balanced diet, especially for those monitoring their blood sugar levels. Let’s dive into why baked or broiled clams might be a good addition to your meal plan. … Read more

Liver, paste or pate

Liver Paste or Pate: A Nutritional Analysis and Glycemic Impact Liver paste or pate is a rich, spreadable food item typically made from ground liver mixed with fat, herbs, and seasonings. It’s often enjoyed as an appetizer or spread on crackers and bread. But how does this delicacy fit into a balanced diet, especially for … Read more

Carrots, fresh, cooked, fat added, NS as to fat type

Carrots, Fresh, Cooked with Added Fat: A Nutritional Analysis Carrots are a popular and versatile root vegetable that many people include in their diet. Today, we’re examining cooked carrots prepared with added fat to understand their impact on blood sugar and overall nutritional profile. Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Carrots have often been misunderstood when … Read more

Cheese, Monterey, reduced fat

Reduced-fat Monterey Cheese: A Low Glycemic Option Reduced-fat Monterey cheese is a delicious, versatile dairy product that offers excellent nutritional benefits while maintaining a low glycemic impact. Let’s explore this cheese variety and understand how it fits into a balanced diet, especially for those monitoring their blood sugar levels. Glycemic Index and Load Reduced-fat Monterey … Read more

Pudding, rice

Rice Pudding: A Moderate Glycemic Index Dessert Option Rice pudding is a classic comfort dessert enjoyed across many cultures. With its creamy texture and delicate sweetness, it’s a popular choice for many. But how does rice pudding fit into a glycemic-conscious diet? Let’s explore the nutritional profile and glycemic impact of this beloved treat. Glycemic … Read more

Broccoli, fresh, cooked, no added fat

Broccoli: A Low Glycemic Vegetable Powerhouse When it comes to nutritious vegetables that won’t spike your blood sugar, fresh cooked broccoli stands out as an excellent choice. This versatile green vegetable not only adds color and flavor to your meals but also provides impressive nutritional benefits while maintaining a low glycemic impact. Glycemic Information Glycemic … Read more

Cream, NS as to light, heavy, or half and half

Understanding the Glycemic Impact of Cream: A Comprehensive Guide What is Cream? Cream is a dairy product composed of the higher-fat layer skimmed from the top of milk before homogenization. Available in various forms including light, heavy, or half and half, cream adds richness to both savory and sweet dishes. Today, we’re examining the general … Read more

Soft drink, cola

Understanding Soft Drink Cola’s Glycemic Impact Soft drink cola is a popular beverage worldwide, but many people don’t consider its glycemic impact when consuming it. Today, we’ll explore how cola affects blood sugar levels and its overall nutritional profile. Glycemic Index and Load of Cola Cola has a medium glycemic index of 58, which places … Read more

Collards, fresh, cooked, fat added, NS as to fat type

Collards: A Low Glycemic Nutritional Powerhouse Collard greens are a nutritional treasure that often gets overlooked in our daily diet. These leafy vegetables not only add flavor to your meals but also bring impressive health benefits. Let’s dive into why collards should be a regular part of your low-glycemic eating plan. Glycemic Profile of Collards … Read more