What Is the Glycemic Load for a 4-Teaspoon Serving of Table

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is the glycemic load for a 4-teaspoon serving of table sugar that contains 16 grams of carbohydrates and has a glycemic index of 68?

• A)​4.25
• B)10.88
• C)68
• D)94.50
• E)​1088

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Definitions:

Acini Cells

Secretory cells in the pancreas forming the acini, which are small clusters producing digestive enzymes released into the digestive tract.

Alpha Cells

Cells located in the pancreas that produce glucagon, a hormone that raises blood glucose levels.

Beta Cells

Cells located in the pancreas that produce insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose levels.

Insulin

A substance secreted by the pancreas that controls blood sugar levels by assisting in the absorption of glucose by the body's tissues.