Get Started
1762

Q: Which of the following statements describes the glycemic index of foods?

  • 1
    the extent to which a given food raises blood glucose and insulin levels
  • 2
    the amount of insulin required to metabolize 100 grams of glucose
  • 3
    an individual’s glucose/insulin ratio in a fasted state
  • 4
    the glucose content of a given food
  • Show Answer
  • Workspace

Answer : 1. "the extent to which a given food raises blood glucose and insulin levels"
Explanation :

Answer: A) the extent to which a given food raises blood glucose and insulin levels Explanation: The glycemic index or glycaemic index is a number associated with the carbohydrates in a particular type of food that indicates the effect of these carbohydrates on a person's blood glucose (also called blood sugar) level. A value of 100 represents the standard, an equivalent amount of pure glucose.   The GI represents the rise in a person's blood sugar level two hours after consumption of the food.

Previous Next
IIT JEE Bank Exams General Science

The Most Comprehensive Exam Preparation Platform

Get the Examsbook Prep App Today