Fruit Carbohydrates and Their Impact on the Glycemic Index: A Study of Key Determinants.

ABSTRACT: Background: Fruits are a convenient and natural source of carbohydrates that can rapidly affect blood sugar levels and the glycemic index (GI). The GI plays a crucial role in the management of chronic diseases, including diabetes, obesity, hyperglycemia, and diet-related illnesses. Despite there being several health benefits linked with consuming fruits, it remains unclear which specific components of fruits are the key determinants that significantly influence the GI. Methods: This study retrospectively examined the relationship between different types of carbohydrates and the GI of various fruits to determine their correlation. The fruits' sugar and fiber contents were identified from available public databases, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), FooDB, PubMed, and

SUBMITTER: Singh MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11854304 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature