The Glycemic Index (GI) is simply a measurement of the impact carbohydrates have on your blood sugar levels. For example, white bread, rice, cakes and sugary snacks have a very high GI, which raises your blood sugar very quickly. When blood sugar rises rapidly, your insulin levels also rise, triggering a metabolic switch that signals your body to store fat. This is what you DO NOT want to occur.
Low Glycemic Index foods like beans (legumes), sweet potatoes, oats and lentils do not raise blood sugar levels quickly and do not trigger the metabolic switch to store body fat. This is what you DO want to occur.
A low Glycemic Index diet allows you to eat many different types of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and protein. Since so many every day foods work with the Transitions tm Lifestyle System R it is easy to follow and incorporate into your daily routine. In fact, you are probably already eating many of these types of foods right now.
Once you are CONSISTENTLY eating low GI foods, you will feel more satisfied, have fewer cravings for sweets and carbohydrates, and have more energy! Low-GI carbohydrates are complex carbohydrates, which are absorbed slowly and provide your body with a steady supply of energy over time. This enables the body to feel fuller longer and puts you in control. Most importantly, a low GI diet is easy to follow, so you can still eat out, travel and maintain your social calendar without difficulty.
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