Revised International Table Of Glycemic Index (... Apr 2026

Foods are ranked on a 100-point scale based on their effect on blood sugar compared to pure glucose (GI = 100):

Data now better reflects regional differences, showing higher average GI values for breads and rice tested in Asia compared to North America or Europe. Importance of Glycemic Load (GL) Revised International Table of Glycemic Index (...

The 2021 revision highlights that while some categories are consistent globally, others vary based on local manufacturing: Foods are ranked on a 100-point scale based