The glycemic index is a measure of:
a) how enzymes metabolize nutrients.
b) how an ingested food potentially affects blood glucose levels.
c) the livers' ability to convert fructose to glucose.
d) the muscles' use of glycogen for energy.
Answer: b) how an ingested food potentially affects blood glucose levels.
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