The glycemic index may be counterproductive for helping Americans adopt healthier diets

Today, many people struggle to make healthy food and beverage choices in line with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). In fact, the average American under-consumes nutrient-dense fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans and dairy foods—and more than half of American adults have at least one diet-related chronic disease.
Today, many people struggle to make healthy food and beverage choices in line with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). In fact, the average American under-consumes nutrient-dense fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans and dairy foods—and more than half of American adults have at least one diet-related chronic disease.