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Metabolic adaptation

The review examines the relevance of the glycemic index in preventing and treating obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.

Understanding the glycemic index can inform strategies for managing obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular health.

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The purpose of this review is to examine the physiological effects of the glycemic index and the relevance of these effects in preventing and treating obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
David S. Ludwig · JAMA · 2002

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The Glycemic Index

David S. Ludwig · JAMA · 2002

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