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

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)

Most remain high-GI, though specific low-GI varieties have been identified in the new data. Revised International Table of Glycemic Index (...

Contains approximately 2,100 items tested using the rigorous ISO 26642:2010 standard , which requires testing in at least 10 healthy adults with specific blood sampling intervals. Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition

Dairy products, most fruits, legumes (beans/lentils), and pasta. and pasta. Most white breads

Most white breads, jasmine rice, and many potato varieties. Major Findings by Food Category

The is a systematic review that provides the most comprehensive data to date on how various carbohydrates affect blood glucose levels . Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition by Fiona Atkinson and colleagues, this fourth edition updates the previous 2008 version with significantly expanded data and stricter testing standards. Key Updates and Data Scope

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