Glycemic load
Glycemic Load
Glycemic Load (pronunciation: glai-SEE-mik lohd) is a term used in Nutrition and Dietetics to quantify the impact of carbohydrate consumption on an individual's blood sugar levels.
Etymology
The term "Glycemic Load" is derived from the Greek word "glykys" meaning sweet, and "emic" from the Latin word "aemico" meaning I pour out. The term "Load" is from the Old English "lād" meaning a way, a course, a carrying.
Definition
Glycemic Load (GL) is a measure that takes into account the amount of carbohydrate in a portion of food together with how quickly it raises blood glucose levels. It is calculated by multiplying the glycemic index (GI) of a food item by the amount of carbohydrate content per serving and then dividing by 100.
Calculation
The formula for calculating Glycemic Load is:
GL = (GI x Carbohydrate (g) per serving) / 100
Related Terms
- Glycemic Index: A relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels.
- Carbohydrates: One of the main types of nutrients, which are the most important source of energy for your body.
- Blood Sugar: The concentration of glucose present in the blood.
- Insulin: A hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
- Diabetes: A disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glycemic load
- Wikipedia's article - Glycemic load
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