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PCOS food guide
PCOS food guide: Pure glucose powder (dextrose)
Updated 10/17/2026
Can I eat it?
Dextrose is glucose, the reference carbohydrate assigned GI 100. It is not a routine PCOS supplement or a substitute for a balanced meal.
At your table
Read the ingredient list
Medical use is separate
More about blood sugar
Glycemic index (GI): High · 100
GI describes how quickly a food containing carbohydrates raises blood sugar in a test. It does not rate the whole meal or tell you exactly how your body will respond. The amount you eat and what you eat with it also matter.
Common questions
Should I add dextrose after every workout?+
It is not routinely necessary for ordinary activity; a balanced meal or snack may meet your needs.