The glycemic index (GI) is an index that evaluates the ability of a food to absorb and increase the concentration of glucose in the blood. Foods with a higher GI are digested and absorbed quickly, increasing blood sugar quickly, and vice versa, foods with a low GI are absorbed slowly and increase blood sugar slowly.

Having type 2 diabetes doesn’t mean you have to avoid delicious foods. Vegetables should be a key part of a type 2 diabetes diet and can be delicious if you choose and prepare them wisely.

The glycemic index is an index that reflects the speed of food's effect on blood sugar after you eat it. To control your blood sugar index well, how to recognize and choose food plays a very important role.