Winona is a city in Shannon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 1,335 at the 2010 census.
Any food with a score of 55 or less falls in the low-glycemic range, 56 to 69 puts it in the moderate-glycemic category, and 70 or above represents a high-glycemic item. Quinoa has a glycemic index score of 53, based on a 150-gram serving, or a little less than 1 cup of cooked quinoa. This serving size contains 32 grams of total carbohydrates, including 1 gram of sugar. Most of these carbs come from complex carbohydrates, like starch.
Foods that are high on the glycemic index are associated with raising blood sugar. Healthy meal plans for people with diabetes often focus on choosing foods with a medium to low glycemic index. Quinoa is on the low end of the index, meaning it wonât cause a spike in blood sugar. Most grains donât have all the amino acids needed to make a protein, but quinoa has enough to be considered a complete protein. The dietary fiber found in quinoa is also higher than many other grains.