Prof Dipankar News Today

GUWAHATI : Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) led by Prof. Dipankar Bandyopadhyay, Department of Chemical Engineering, have developed a reliable and affordable Glycemic Index (GI) sensor, suitable for point-of

The Glycemic Index or GI is a measure that ranks carbohydrate-containing foods based on how they affect blood sugar levels when consumed. High-GI food can cause a rapid spike in blood glucose levels, followed by a swift decline. Moreover, these high-GI foods stimulate an increased demand for insulin, contributing to the risk of developing type-2 diabetes. Importantly, low-GI food helps to prevent diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and cancer.