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Harvard Men's Health Watch. You can get some of the same benefits of a low-glycemic-index diet by avoiding highly processed foods. The glycemic index is a number that indicates how rapidly the body digests a particular type of food and converts it into blood sugar (glucose). Some studies suggest that lower-glycemic-index diets may offer important health benefits for menâlike a reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Blueberries to the GI Rescue. Blueberries are low on the Glycemic Index, which makes the antioxidant-rich food a sound choice for dieters. BL Publications notes that the fresh berries have a GI of 40. Not only do blueberries carry a decreased risk of raising glucose, but they also provide numerous dietary benefits.