Global evaluation of the use of glycaemic impact measurements to food or nutrient intake.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Measures of glycaemic impact (e.g. postprandial glucose (PPG), oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) and glycaemic index (GI)) are used by government health and regulatory agencies and public health associations around the world. The objective of this global review was to identify similarities and differences in the use of glycaemic impact measures for potential considerations for harmonisation.

Design

A literature and internet search was conducted to identify country government agencies and health associations that provide guidance or recommendations for PPG, OGTT, GI and glycaemic load.

Results

Based on this global review, the use of GI for food labelling (e.g. low GI) is limited and its use is voluntary. The application of OGTT as a diagnostic measurement of

SUBMITTER: Trumbo PR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8369455 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature