6. Quinoa is low on the Glycemic Index
For those with diabetes or at risk for diabetes, quinoa is a safe alternative to the foods that you have been eating. That’s because quinoa is very low on the glycemic index. In other words, quinoa is not going to cause a severe rise in blood sugar that other foods will. With diabetes, when you eat something that increases your blood sugar, you have to counter it with insulin in order to balance how your body or else bad things will happen.
These things can include coma or even death. But quinoa is very low in the glycemic index it does not cause a spike in blood sugar that can create problems for people with diabetes or who are at risk for diabetes. This makes it a very healthy option for everyone, including those who suffer from diabetes.