The Glucose Revolution: The Authoritative Guide to the Glycemic Index--the Groundbreaking Medical Discovery

by Jennie Brand-Miller, Kaye Foster-Powell, Thomas M.S. Wolever

The glycemic index is an easy-to-understand tool that shows how and why eating the right foods -- especially the right carbohydrates -- can have dramatic effects on health. Thoroughly explaining the benefits of a diet that emphasizes foods low on the glycemic index -- that produce a low, slow blood-sugar response -- The Glucose Revolution shows how to get the most out of this exciting new resource.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction, Food

304 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1999

About the author

Jennie Brand-Miller AO FAA is an Australian nutrition scientist renowned for her pioneering research on the glycemic index and its impact on human health. She holds a chair in human nutrition at the University of Sydney and has coauthored numerous bestselling books on the topic. Her work has earned her widespread recognition, including the Clunies Ross Medal and the Sir Kempson Maddox Award. She was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in 2011 and elevated to Officer in 2022. She is also a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science.

Reviews

[BookBec]

Out of date information. Not sure how much to take at face value when I know that some has changed in the years since publication.
The book made a big deal of its GI tables, but those are now easily referenced online and are far more comprehensive.

[Betsy]

[30 April 2026]
Questionable science. A passing fad.

[Rebecca Johnson]

"Every wonder why you get sluggish after a big meal and become unusally hungry way to quickly. The Glucose Revolution gives some insight into the physiology of the body and how, at the root of it, is the pancreatic reaction to glucose in the body. Interestingly, sugar isn't the most impactful item on blood sugar levels...it is refined carbs.

There are tips for diabetics, heart patients, and regular Joes for eating the best way for their body without having to feel deprived.

I specifically like the explanations in layman's terms about the interactions in the body. "

[Lindsay]

I wanted information, and I got marketing. Lots of marketing. Not to mention, most of the information has been outdated. Conventional wisdom still holds: enjoy a variety of foods in moderation.

[Adrienna]

Dad let this book for me to read since he heard I went to a diabetes nutrition class via Kaiser. So he wanted me to check out this book. IT was a bit outdated for my liking, 1999, but it was somewhat helpful and read through it; also underlining some key points to consider. I also reviewed the GI index and recipes. I only found a couple things I would like to try, and others I question how would that actually look and taste.

Someone at work also was interested in reading the book. Therefore, I will bring back to work to allow them to read it.