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Gels have high GI ratings due to their easily absorbed simple and complex carbs.
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Fast carbs have a high GI, while slow carbs have a lower GI index.
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Consumption of food groups with known high GI values were significantly reduced among the intervention group.
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In addition, one packet may not keep you full for long, as they are a high GI food.
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Numerous studies report the favorable effects of low GI diets on long term metabolic health compared with high GI diets.
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Low GI foods include beans, lentils and nuts, whereas foods like white bread, doughnuts and ice-cream have a high GI rating.
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However, response times only improved on the resting trial following the high GI breakfast (p=0.012).
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Instant quick cooking brown rice exhibited a high GI, due to the processing method, suggesting that regular brown rice may be a healthier option.