Bell peppers are crunchy, naturally sweet vegetables in green, red, yellow, and orange, with red the most nutrient-dense, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 medium red bell pepper (149g)
Calories: 31
Calories: 31
Fiber: 2.1g
Sugar: 5.1g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0.3g
Key Nutrients
Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6
Key Vitamins
Vitamin C (169% DV), Vitamin A (75% DV), Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, Vitamin K1, Folate
Tells you how big that rise actually is once portion size is factored in.
Example:
Watermelon has a high GI (it digests quickly) but a low GL because a normal serving doesn’t contain many carbs so the actual blood-sugar impact is small.
Why it matters:
Understanding both GI and GL gives you a clearer picture of how foods affect your blood sugar both the speed of the rise and the true impact based on the portion you eat.