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What're the differences between "low-gi" and "low glycaemic"?
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Low gi: Low glycemic is more commonly termed hypoglycemia and is low blood sugar whereas low GI is the lower gastrointestinal system.
Answered 6/10/2014
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The same: In this context low GI refers to foods which are low in glycemic index.
Answered 6/10/2014
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