High-Fiber Grains for Blood Sugar Control
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What should I look for when choosing from these foods?
Of the 257 foods on this page, 4 are rated Low GL (GL ≤10), 14 are Moderate (GL 11-19), and 239 should be Limited (GL ≥20). The average GL per 100g is 35. Click any food for its full glycemic profile, portion size comparison, and better alternatives in the same category.
What portion size should I aim for?
Portion control is one of the most effective blood sugar management tools. Each food page includes a portion comparison table showing GL for half, standard, and restaurant servings. You will often find that a half-serving brings the GL from high/moderate down to a much more manageable range.
Can I eat these foods every day?
Individual blood sugar responses vary. The GL numbers are population averages — your personal response may be different. If you wear a CGM or check your blood sugar, test your response to specific foods from this list. Note which ones produce the smoothest curve for you, and build your regular rotation around those.
What about combining multiple foods from this list?
Restaurant portions are often 2-3x the standard serving shown on this page. If you eat out, mentally halve the portion or ask for a box at the start of the meal. The GL doubles with double the portion — awareness is your best tool.
Dietary reference — not medical advice. Information provided for educational purposes. Individual glycemic responses vary. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.