Rapid Inducers of Insulin
Glycemic index greater than
100%
|
Grain-based foods
Puffed rice
Corn flakes
Puffed wheat
Millet
Instant rice
Instant potato
Microwaved potato
French bread |
Maltose
Glucose
Snacks
Tofu ice-cream
Puffed- rice cakes |
Glycemic index standard=100%
|
White bread |
Glycemic index between 80 and 100%
|
Grain-based foods
Grapenuts
Whole-wheat bread
Oat bran
Instant mashed potatoes
White rice
Brown rice
Muesli
Shredded wheat
Vegetables
Carrots
Parsnips
Corn |
Fruits
Bananas
Raisins
Apricots
Papaya
Mango
Snacks
Ice-cream (low-fat)
Corn chips
Rye crisps |
Moderate Inducers of Insulin
Glycemic index between 50 and
100%
|
Grain-based foods
Spaghetti (white)
Spaghetti (whole wheat)
Pasta, other
Pumpernickel bread
All-bran cereal
Fruits
Orange
Orange juice |
Vegetables
Peas
Pinto beans
Kidney beans (canned)
Baked beans
Navy beans
Simple sugars
Lactose
Sucrose
Snacks
Candy bar
Potato chip (with fat) |
Reduced Insulin Secretion
Glycemic index between 30 and
50%
|
Grain-based foods
Barley
Oatmeal (slow cooking)
Whole-grain rye bread
Fruits
Apple
Apple juice
Applesauce
Pears
Grapes
Peaches |
Vegetables
Kidney beans
Lentils
Black-eyes peas
Chick-peas
Kidney beans (dried)
Lima beans
Tomato soup
Dairy products
Ice-cream (high fat)
Milk (skim)
Milk (whole)
Yogurt |