Glycemic Index vs Glycemic Load
Glycemic Index vs Glycemic Load
Quick Guide to Glycemic Index Values
- Low GI = 55 or less → Eat regularly
- Medium GI = 56–69 → Eat in moderation
- High GI = 70 or more → Eat rarely or in small amounts
Quick Guide to Glycemic Load Values
- Low GL = 10 or less → Eat regularly
- Medium GL = 11–19 → Eat in moderation
- High GL = 20 or more → Eat rarely or in small amounts

Quick Guide to Glycemic Index Values
- Low GI = 55 or less → Eat regularly
- Medium GI = 56–69 → Eat in moderation
- High GI = 70 or more → Eat rarely or in small amounts
Glycemic Index
- Speed of sugar spike
- Doesn’t consider portion size
Glycemic Load
- Total sugar impact (speed x quantity)
- Considers portion size
Quick Guide to Glycemic Load Values
- Low GL = 10 or less → Eat regularly
- Medium GL = 11–19 → Eat in moderation
- High GL = 20 or more → Eat rarely or in small amounts


