Glycemic Index – some definition
Physiology: Glycemic Index (GI) 1. Rate of food digestion relative to glucose 1. Compared to glucose or white bread as the control 2. High glycemic food adverse effects 1. Hyperglycemia may persist for 2 hours after meal 1. Stimulates higher Insulin release 2. Hypoglycemia results within 2 to 4 hours after meal 1. Stimulates appetite 2. Raises free fatty acid levels 3. Glycemic load (GL) 1. Corrects glycemic index for serving size 2. Examples 1. Scone GI is high at 92, but GL is low... [Read more...]
Want to lose weight? Eat good carbs.
Want to lose weight? Eat good carbs Report by Karen Flores, abs-cbnNEWS.com Friday, February 19 MANILA, Philippines – Most people resort to starvation diets, laxative pills, slimming teas, and liposuction to shed off those extra pounds. There is, however, a healthier way to lose and manage weight: eating “good carbohydrates.” In the last several years, the glycemic index (GI) has been used to help people keep their weight within a healthy range by making them understand which carbs are “good” and “bad.” The concept, developed by Dr. David J. Jenkins of... [Read more...]
The essentials on fats
Fat isn’t just fat It used to be that fat was just fat. But now we know there are many types of fats, and the subject can be very confusing. So it’s important to know the good, the bad, and the downright ugly. Essential fatty acids. They are called essential because your body needs them for cellular metabolic function and structure, but your body can’t make them itself. They’ve got to come from the food you eat. The two main types of essential fatty acids are omega 3 and omega 6. Essential Fatty Acids Oils to Avoid Completely Hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils... [Read more...]
Low GI Foods – wonder fuel for your body.
The Insulin Trigger. The goal of a low GI (food low on the Glycemic Index) meal is to allow the release of glucose slowly and steadily into the bloodstream, without overstimulating the pancreas to produce too much insulin. In other words, keeping the ’safety catch’ on the insulin trigger. A low GI meal is wonderful for our bodies, but there is still a need to observe the fine print of the food we eat. For example, the amount of sugar (yes, some low GI food may contain large quantities of added or naturally occurring sugar. Always check the nutritional panel). Some people say it’s... [Read more...]
A fast Healthy Breakfast.
A filling breakfast or an empty breakfast? It can be hard at times, what with work and school, to even get in the most important meal of the day…breakfast. A lot of people pop toaster pastries or grab a high carb, sugary cereal bar, that may be tasty but for one it does not fill you up and secondly it is not healthy, just empty calories. A healthy and nutritious breakfast is important to your overall health. You can learn how to fit into your busy schedule an all natural breakfast that does not sacrifice taste or time while bringing you delicious foods that are good for you. While not exactly... [Read more...]
A Low GI breakfast is the best start to your day.
Are you looking to lower your glycemic index (GI) levels? A diabetic looking to hit below that magic number on your blood glucose score? Then consider low glycemic index (low GI) breakfast ideas are easy with little change in routine and without having to eat boring, tasteless foods. There are no pills, supplements, or protein shakes to buy. It is all part of a healthy and good for you low GI diet. A low GI diet can increase your energy and fill you up throughout the day. This can help with weight loss and mood swings. In the long run a low glycemic index diet can prevent the spread of blood sugar... [Read more...]
What’s wrong with breakfast cereals?
Cereals are a quick and easy breakfast, they require little time to make and are as simple as pouring some into a bowl and adding milk. They make a great summer breakfast, as they do not need to be heated up and they are a favorite of children world-wide. So what is the problem with most cereals, even so-called healthy mueslis? Put simply, they are so full of high glycemic index GI carbohydrates and sugar that you’re feeling hungry in just a few hours and craving a sugar hit. That’s not good news if you’re looking after your health and your waistline. Now, more than ever, low glycemic breakfast... [Read more...]
THE GLYCEMIC INDEX AND YOU
So, what exactly is everyone talking about when they mention this GI or glycemic index thing? Well, basically a glycemic index is a measure of the way in which carbohydrates or carbs, affect a person’s blood glucose levels. But how does low or high glycemic index food work and why is a lower one preferred? High glycemic index foods break down very quickly and release a larger quantity of sugar or glucose into the bloodstream at once. That is why you get a huge sugar rush from your favorite chocolate bar but in an hour’s time feel hungry again (not to mention a little tired). On the opposite... [Read more...]
