Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Topic
JAF
06/06/18
Is there a way to track GI or GL in MyNetDiary? I see the Diabetes score but don't know what exactly that means. Anybody know how to track GI and GL in the app? Thanks.
Dietician
06/06/18
replied to JAF
Dear JAF,
Those are good questions. MyNetDiary does not provide GI (glycemic index) or GL (glycemic load) because the GI and GL data is not available for the large number (millions) of food items in the MyNetDiary inventory.
Are you referring to the food score? The food score can be a useful tool to compare foods within the same category if you want to find the most nutritious option. Here is a link to learn about the food score. https://www.mynetdiary.com/food-score.html
Both GI/GL and food score can help you select foods within specific categories. For example, you might choose rolled oats over instant oats or pinto beans instead or white rice. Basically, these tools can help you “tweak” your food choices for improved health results such as glucose control or appetite control.
Here is an article I wrote on using glycemic index/glycemic load for diabetes:
https://www.mynetdiary.com/using-glycemic-index-to-your-advantage.html
More importantly, for diabetes, my advice would be to look at the total carb content of each meal because the total carbohydrate amount at each meal will most strongly influence your post-meal glucose response. If you have the max membership, you can tap on the green apple in center of screen and it will show you the calories and carb content for each meal. Do you have a carbohydrate target for meals? For diabetes, many women who desire weight loss aim for 30-45 grams total carb per meal. Men, with diabetes, usually aim for 45-60 total grams of carb per meal. 10-30 grams carb at snacks is very reasonable for diabetes. The total carb target is based on a calorie level. Here is a useful link to learn more:
https://www.mynetdiary.com/diabetes-diary-how-do-you-count-your-carbs.html
Hope you found this helpful!
All the Best,
Brenda
Brenda Braslow, MS, RDN, LDN, CDE
JAF
06/06/18
Thanks Brenda, this is most helpful.
Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load
