Getting the Glycemic Grade: A Custom GPT to Ace Healthy Eating

Robert Dawson
2 min readJan 15, 2024

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Summary

This GPT acts as a teacher to help users make healthy choices about food. Each food gets a Glycemic Grade.

Features

Glycemic Grade Assignment

  • Users can request a Glycemic Grade for any food by using the “/grade” command, followed by the food name and optionally, a serving size.
  • The GPT assesses the food’s Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL), and assigns a grade from A to F based on these metrics.

Nutritional Information

  • By typing “/nutrition” followed by a food item, users can access detailed nutritional data.
  • This feature relies on the USDA’s FoodData Central database and provides information on macros (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), serving size, GI, GL, and a healthiness rating.

Help and Guidance

  • The “/help” command explains the purpose and functions of the GPT, including its use of the USDA database for accuracy.

Definition of Ultra-Processed Foods

  • Provides a detailed definition of ultra-processed foods, highlighting their characteristics and potential health impacts.

Serving Sizes Information

  • Offers serving size data in both metric and imperial units, adapting to user preferences.

Data Sources

  • Relies on trusted sources like FoodData Central and academic journals for accurate and up-to-date information.

Easter Eggs

  • Try entering an entire meal.

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