Basil

Basil is rich in vitamin K and contains eugenol, a compound studied for its antioxidant activity.

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped (2.6g)

Eugenol, a phenolic compound with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties
Vitamin K (13% DV), Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Manganese, Iron, Calcium
Low (0-55)
Medium (56-69)
High (70+)
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What’s This?

Glycemic Index (GI)

GI measures how fast a food raises blood sugar.

Glycemic Load (GL)

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.