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GI Value For FruitFruit and The Glycemic Index (GI)Fruit can have a high-GI, Intermediate-GI or low-GI value. Fruits with low-GI values include: apples, blackberries, cherries, grapefruit, grapes, lemons, oranges, peaches, pears, raspberries and strawberries. High-GI fruit includes: cantaloupe, dates, honeydew melon, raisins and water melon. Other fruits are intermediate-GI foods. The good news is, most fresh fruit has a high nutritional value and therefore even if higher on the glycemic index should be part of a healthy diet, especially if you are trying to lose weight. Eating more fruit is associated with improved insulin sensitivity, better glycemic control and a reduced risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Fruit juice has most of the fiber removed, and since fiber slows down digestion and therefore glycemic response, it should be drunk in moderation. See also GI Diet Advice About Fruit and Vegetables GI Diet Advice About Carb IntakeHigh levels of glucose in the bloodstream are associated with numerous metabolic disorders, including: obesity, impaired glucose tolerance, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance syndrome and heart disease. As far as diet is concerned, the best way to maintain optimal control over your blood sugar is to choose fruit with a lower GI value. GI Values For Types of Fruit |
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