Glycemic Index Directory

How to Use the Glycemic Index

The glycemic index is a way to tell slower-acting "good carbs" from faster "bad carbs." Use it to fine-tune your carb-counting and steady your blood sugar.

Glycemic Index Diet Plan Review, Foods, and More

Does eating foods based on their glycemic index make a difference in your diet? WebMD reviews the pros and cons of the Glycemic Index Diet.

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, a common problem in people with diabetes.

Hyperglycemia and Diabetes

Hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, is a serious problem in diabetes. WebMD explains the causes and prevention of this condition.

Which Foods Raise Blood Sugar?

Get the facts on high glycemic foods and their impact on your weight gain and loss.

Video: What Is the Glycemic Index?

Is it a useful tool for diabetes? And are foods with a low glycemic index better for you?

Video: What Is the Glycemic Index?

The Glycemic Index measures how carbohydrates raise blood sugar levels.

Video: Low Glycemic Index Diet

Low glycemic index foods slow digestion and trigger a feeling of fullness. Is the low GI diet right for everyone?

Slideshow: Tips for Blood Sugar Control When You Have Type 2 Diabetes

Looking for ways to keep your blood sugar in check? Feast your eyes on these tips for controlling your glucose when you have type 2 diabetes.

Slideshow: Celebrities With Diabetes

This WebMD slideshow focuses on celebrities with type 1 or type 2 diabetes including Larry King, Salma Hayek, and Nick Jonas from The Jonas Brothers.

Slideshow: A Visual Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

WebMD offers a pictorial overview of the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Good Carbs, Bad Carbs - Does It Matter?

Quiz: Myths & Facts About Type 2 Diabetes

Do you have all the facts about the symptoms, treatments, and possible complications of type 2 diabetes? Take this quiz and find out.