1 in 3 Adults Need to Manage Blood Sugar – Low-GI Staples Are Becoming a Daily Necessity

Globally, the number of people with diabetes and prediabetes continues to rise. According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 589 million adults aged 20-79 worldwide are living with diabetes – about 11% of the adult population. And the number is still rising. Combined with the growing population of overweight and obese individuals, this means billions of people worldwide need to pay attention to blood sugar and weight management.

When “sugar-free” is no longer enough, consumers are asking a more fundamental question: Is the food I eat every day actually healthy?

From Niche Market to Daily Necessity

Low-GI foods are undergoing a critical shift – from a diabetes-specific category to an everyday choice for a growing number of consumers. The demand for staples is no longer just about “eating enough” – it’s about “eating right.” Refined grains are typically high-GI foods, with glycemic indices generally ranging from 70 to 90. Long-term consumption poses a continuous challenge to blood sugar control. However, homemade mixed-grain staples often have poor formulations, rough texture, and complicated preparation – most people who try them give up. Standardized, great-tasting low-GI staples fill this gap precisely.

The global low-GI food market was valued at approximately US$49.8 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach US$98 billion by 2032. Consumers are willing to pay a premium of about 1.6 times for low-GI labels – a clear demand signal for “better staples.”

The Shift Toward Low-GI Staples

In recent years, low-GI foods have been mainly concentrated in snacks and meal replacements. But increasingly, low-GI rice, low-GI noodles, and low-GI bakery products are entering the market. International retail channels are expanding their low-GI staple selections – from e-commerce platforms to brick-and-mortar supermarkets. Repurchase rates for low-GI staples are significantly higher than for regular grain products. The reason is straightforward – staples are a daily necessity. Once consumers find a product they trust, they buy it consistently.

Detective No.55’s Low-GI Staples Portfolio

Detective No.55 has developed multiple low-GI staple products: Low-GI Resistant Starch Rice (GI 43.59), Rye Whole Wheat Toast (GI 53, rye flour + whole wheat flour ≥50%), Low-GI High-Fiber Semi-Dry Noodles (GI 49.5), and Low-GI Multi-Nutrient Rice (GI 38.39). Every product is human-tested and certified by a CNCA-authorized body.

With billions of people worldwide needing to manage their blood sugar and weight, low-GI staples are becoming a global dietary necessity. Brand owners and distributors welcome to inquire.

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