Glycemic index of varieties of rice (brown, red, wild, white, black etc.)  

1. Low-GI Rice (≤55): These rice varieties cause a slower and more gradual rise in blood sugar: 

• Basmati rice (brown): 50–55 

• Parboiled rice (brown): 48–50 

• Black rice (forbidden rice): 42–45 

• Red rice: 50–55 

• Wild rice: ~53 

2. Medium-GI Rice (56–69): These have a moderate impact on blood sugar: 

• Basmati rice (white): 56–59 

• Parboiled rice (white): ~58 

• Jasmine rice (brown): 60–65 

• Sushi rice: ~65 

3. High-GI Rice (≥70): These are quickly digested and cause a rapid spike in blood sugar: 

• Jasmine rice (white): 70–80 

• Sticky/glutinous rice: 87–90 

• Short-grain white rice: ~72–90 

• Instant/quick-cook rice: 85–90 

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