Ashford University Glycemic Index Discussion
ONLY HAS TO BE 3 PARAGRAPHS
You convince your friend to join you in the gym. Knowing that food provides fuel, you suggest
your friend eat a snack beforehand.
Prior to your gym session your friend eats a Cookies and Cream Clif Energy bar, but complains
that they feel hungry and lightheaded soon into the activity.
First, read this page to learn about the glycemic index:
https://www.glycemicindex.com/about.php
Now, with your understanding of the glycemic index and the website linked below, explain to
your friend (in 2-3 paragraphs) why the candy bar might make them hungry soon after eating,
and suggest a few alternative foods that would provide more sustained energy. Be sure to look
up and provide the Glycemic Index of the “Clif bar, Cookies & Cream,” explain what this number
means. Then look up 2-3 other food items that might be a better pre-workout snack, provide
those Glycemic Index numbers, and discuss why they might be better choices.
