Papaya is a tropical fruit known for its vibrant orange flesh, sweet flavor, and impressive vitamin C and A content. It also contains the unique enzyme papain, which has been traditionally valued for
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 cup pieces (145g)
Calories: 62
Calories: 62
Fiber: 2.5g
Sugar: 11.3g
Protein: 0.7g
Fat: 0.4g
Key Nutrients
Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Folate
Key Vitamins
Vitamin C (144% DV), Vitamin A (33% DV), Folate (14% DV), Vitamin E
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.