Is sweet potato really a low GI food?

Question

My sister and I see a spike in our blood sugar when we eat sweet potatos even though it is classified as low (GI=48). Other supposedly low GI foods are as follows: Pumpernickel or rye bread Oats, bran cereals, Grape-nuts Most fruits Whole Grain Pasta Rice, barley, couscous Beans, peas, lentils Most...

Answer 1

Not sure if you are diabetic or just on a low carb diet. If you are diabetic, I'd ask your doctor for a referral to a nutritionist specializing in diabetes.

As far as GI ratings, I thought this article made excellent points.

"Ideal carbs" contain fiber (a natural filler) and vitamins and minerals in "perfect proportion." "Processed carbs are basically calories that do nothing for your health," says Dowell. Bottom line: When it comes to carbs, go whole and go colorful.

Should you choose foods based on the glycemic index?

"The 'GI' only works if you eat that food alone," says Dowell. "Most of us eat foods in combination, so the GI value loses its impact."

http://www.examiner.com/x-4448-Chicago-W... Of course this article is written for those trying to lose weight but it makes a lot of sense in general.

The index on this website rates Snickers Bar, Jams and Marmalades, Chocolate Bar, & Peanut M&M's as low. These seem like high sugar and not the healthiest foods.
http://www.southbeach-diet-plan.com/glyc...

Sugar content for a Snickers Bar - 29 grams of sugar.
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/sweet...

Hope that helps. =)

Update: Yes. People are different. If they don't work for you, you know best.
What you are experiencing makes perfect sense.
We like sweet potatoes also but not the sugar. When we do eat them, we steam the sweet potatoes until they are just tender and eat with walnuts or almonds for additional protein.

Good luck with finding what works well for you.

Answer 2

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I do NOT agree with this. High GI foods will spike your blood sugar and this isn't good for you. What is not good for you is not good for the baby. I will repeat this: What is not good for you is not good for the baby. It doesn't mean you can't eat some of the high GI foods at all, just not ONLY high GI foods. You want the baby to get all the vitamins it can. I hope that you are NOT a vegetarian during pregnancy. You will need that protein for the fetus. Buy high quality, hormone-free chicken. When you crave sugar, drink freshly squeezed juices made by YOU in your kitchen. Eat dates, apples, whole fruits. Eat Whole, Organic foods like: Broccoli, Cabbage, Organic Brown Rice, Spinach, Sweet Potato, Apples, and other fruits and vegetables in their Natural State. Avoid eating corn, white bread, white rice, candy, sodas, chips, and anything else that you already know you shouldn’t be eating. Drink clean water as your beverage of choice. Avoid Fruit drinks and fruit juices (unless YOU juice them yourself) Stop smoking, drinking beer & wine, and drinking coffee. Get 8 hours of sleep each night. Hang out with people who want to be healthy.

Answer 3

Out of curiosity, why are you so focused on your blood sugar? Is it because of weight loss that you wish to achieve, or do you have diabetes?

I love sweet potatoes btw.
EDIT:
Well, here is what I say; don't go by a monitor, go by how you feel. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY! All this bull$hit about low-carbing it-- well, I low carbed myself right into being very sick! Today, I load up on carbs, and I feel pretty good!
Try a sweet potato. If it makes you feel good, continue eating them!

Answer 4

I know they are suppose to be better for you than white potatoes but I do not like orange veggies. Will eat pumpkin pie but no way sweet potato pie. Hate carrots too. Love all green veggies.

Answer 5

Are there genetic differences between people??? What sort of question is THAT??? Charles Darwin may be able to help you there.