Most types of cereal have a medium to high Glycemic Index.
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The Glycemic Index applies to average servings.
| Cereal | Ranking | Glycemic Index |
| Bulgur | Low | 48 |
| Buckwheat | Low | 54 |
| Oat bran | Low | 55 |
| Muesli | Medium | 56 |
| Couscous | Medium | 65 |
| Corn flakes | High | 84 |
Please keep in mind that the Glycemic Index is not the only factor that determines whether foods are healthy or not. Calories, saturated and unsaturated fats, cholesterol, fibres, vitamines, and minerals are other important factors to take into consideration.
Bread - Cereal - Dairy - Fruit - Pasta - Potatoes - Rice - Vegetables

