low glycemic carbs are those that don't cause a major rise in insulin levels, followed by a CRASH. now, it's possible to eat a high glycemic carb and have no problems, but it requires that it not be eaten alone.
as a GENERAL rule, if it takes some chewing to eat, it's a good choice. if it's a 'melt in your mouth' food, like chips and watermelon, it's probably not a good choice.
low glycemic carbs: any berries [like hubs said!], sweet potatoes, not white. brown rice and other whole grains, not white crackers, most veggies are low glycemic, but not peas. carrots are best eaten as part of a meal. winter squash is an excellent choice.
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