Glycemic Index

**Definition:** A numerical system of measuring the rate of BLOOD GLUCOSE generation from a particular food item as compared to a reference item, such as glucose = 100. Foods with higher glycemic index numbers create greater blood sugar swings.

**Tree numbers:** - G07.203.650.660.500 - J01.576.423.850.730.750.500 - N06.850.601.750.500

**Synonyms:** - Glycemic Index Number