Cabbage Glycemic Index (GI) - Is It High or Low?
Cabbage is low in sugars, as most of the carbohydrate content of cabbage consists of dietary fiber. Because of this, the consumption of enough cabbage to calculate its glycemic index is exceedingly difficult.
Official sources have not yet calculated the exact number for cabbages' glycemic index. However, it is assumed to be low.
It is known that cabbages can have beneficial, antidiabetic properties.
Cabbage consumption has been explored for glucose-lowering and insulin-sensitizing potential (1).
Animal testing has found that red cabbage improves the liver and kidney functions of diabetic rats (2).
Since cabbage is rich in fiber, it is a good option for diabetics to consume it with salads before meals to reduce post-prandial glucose levels. Adding vinegar or lemon juice will have even better effects (3).
References
- https://www.hindawi.com/journals/bmri/2019/7425367/
- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/262835482
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28855225/
