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Bread and a bowl of food beside a blood-sugar curve and an intestinal cross-section.

What Glycemic Index Says about Blood Sugar?

Glycemic index compares blood-sugar responses to equal amounts of carbohydrate, but cannot fully predict the effects of a usual meal.

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How Your Body Uses Carbs, Protein, and Fat

Macronutrients provide different metabolic options after digestion, so carbohydrate, protein, and fat do not serve interchangeable roles in the body.

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When Do Supplements Make Sense?

Supplements can help meet specific nutrient needs when food alone falls short, while a varied diet remains the foundation for most people.