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  2. Nutritional rating systems - Wikipedia

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    It compares available carbohydrates gram-for-gram in foods to provide a numerical, evidence-based index of postprandial (post-meal) blood sugar level. The concept was introduced in 1981. [1] The glycemic load of food is a number which estimates how much a food will raise a person's blood glucose level. [citation needed]

  3. 12 Unhealthiest Cereals — Ranked by Sugar Content - AOL

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    Per 1 cup: 150 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 290 mg sodium, 33 g carbs (<1 g fiber, 16 g sugar), 2 g protein. Cap'n Crunch may make your bowl of milk taste like pure maple syrup, but you ...

  4. Glycemic load - Wikipedia

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    Whereas glycemic index is defined for each type of food, glycemic load can be calculated for any size serving of a food, an entire meal, or an entire day's meals. Glycemic load of a 100 g serving of food can be calculated as its carbohydrate content measured in grams (g), multiplied by the food's GI, and divided by 100.

  5. Glycemic index - Wikipedia

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    Graph depicting blood sugar change during a day with three meals. The glycemic (glycaemic) index (GI; / ɡ l aɪ ˈ s iː m ɪ k / [1]) is a number from 0 to 100 assigned to a food, with pure glucose arbitrarily given the value of 100, which represents the relative rise in the blood glucose level two hours after consuming that food. [2]

  6. 10 Worst High-Glycemic Foods for Weight Loss - AOL

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    If you want to choose a candy with a lower glycemic index, look for options with fat and protein, such as peanut M&Ms. RELATED: 25 Unhealthiest Groceries With the Most Added Sugars 3.

  7. The 22 best and worst cereals for your health - AOL

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    For a healthier way to begin your day, opt for cereals high in protein and fiber and low in sugar and sodium -- Cheerios, Kix and Special K cereals will leave you feeling energized throughout the day.

  8. Wheaties - Wikipedia

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    Wheaties maintained brand recognition through its definitive association with sports, and its distinctive orange boxes. It became so popular that in the 1939 All-star game, 46 of the 51 players endorsed the cereal. In the months following, Wheaties became one of the sponsors of the first televised sports broadcast to allow commercials.

  9. Nutrient density - Wikipedia

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    Some such comparisons can be the glycemic index and the overall nutritional quality index. When the density is defined in proportion to energy contents, nutrient-dense foods such as meats, fruits and vegetables are the opposite of energy-dense food (also called "empty calorie" food), such as alcohol and foods high in added sugar or processed ...