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Synpax
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On a glucose scale (0 being slowest absorbtion, 100 being maximum possible) -
White Spaghetti: 41
White Spaghetti boiled 5 mins: 36
Whole Meal Spaghetti: 37
Spaghetti, protein enriched: 27
It is about 7 points better. Protein enriched is the best - . Regardless, the GI is lower if you slightly undercook it and don't add salt.
Evidence:
http://members.tripod.com/pvdw/glycemic_index_lists.htm
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/issa5.htm
http://www.mendosa.com/gilistold.htm
White Spaghetti: 41
White Spaghetti boiled 5 mins: 36
Whole Meal Spaghetti: 37
Spaghetti, protein enriched: 27
It is about 7 points better. Protein enriched is the best - . Regardless, the GI is lower if you slightly undercook it and don't add salt.
Evidence:
http://members.tripod.com/pvdw/glycemic_index_lists.htm
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/issa5.htm
http://www.mendosa.com/gilistold.htm
