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Low-Glycemic-Load Diet

Meaning

A Low-Glycemic-Load Diet is a nutritional strategy characterized by the consumption of foods that produce a minimal and gradual rise in postprandial blood glucose and insulin levels, based on the quantity and quality of the carbohydrate consumed. This dietary pattern emphasizes whole, unprocessed foods, high-fiber content, and the strategic pairing of macronutrients to mitigate rapid glucose excursions. Clinically, it is a primary non-pharmacological intervention for managing insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and hormonal conditions influenced by chronic hyperinsulinemia.