Welcome to Diet-Depot-Newsletter -  Issue 6

 

How are you today?

 

For those members that have been around since the beginning...

you will remember discussing the glycemic index.

It was a topic in Issues 3 and 4. 

 

Upcoming issues will discuss Motivation and also Fiber....

So stay tuned...

 

Now onto this issue's topic...

 

Here is a refresher course for some and something new to others.

Below the writeup on the glycemic index....I am listing some different

foods and their glycemic GI values, so you can choose your food wisely.

 

In Issue 4.....

I wrote how sugar levels effect our bodies. There has been studies on foods to see which foods raise our sugar levels faster and higher compared to other foods. This is where the Glycemic Index (GI) comes in handy.

What is Glycemic Index of Food?

Carbohydrate foods that breakdown quickly during digestion have the highest glycemic indexes. (high GI) Their blood sugar response is fast and high, which we want to try to avoid!

Carbohydrates that breakdown slowly, releasing glucose gradually into the blood stream, have low glycemic indexes. (Low GI)

The glycemic index (GI) is a ranking of foods on a scale from 0 to 100 according to the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels after eating. 100 being the highest. We want to choose foods that are lower.

It is recommended that you stick with foods that do not raise you sugar levels fast.

Low GI Foods will:

Low GI means a smaller rise in blood sugar and can help control established diabetes

Low GI diets can help people lose weight and lower blood lipids

Low GI diets can improve the body's sensitivity to insulin

Low-GI foods, because of their slow digestion and absorption, produce gradual rises in blood sugar and insulin levels, and have proven benefits for health. Diets on low-GI foods prevent the most common diseases, such as coronary heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

In Issue 3, it was written....

Insulin regulates our blood sugar levels, but the bad effects caused by the overproduction of insulin causes our bodies to store excess sugar as fat. Excess Insulin also inhibits the mobilization of  stored fat, And, insulin signals our liver to make cholesterol. Carbohydrates is a culprit that raises our insulin secretion. Stay away from simple carbs, such as sugar, candy, cakes and cookies. Eat in moderation! When it comes to carbs...it is best to eat carbs loaded with fiber, such as whole grains, vegetables, legumes and fruits. Stay away from white flour products....white bread, white rice, rice and corn based cereals, white potatoes. Choose whole wheat bread, rye, pumpernickel, whole grain cereals, sweet potatoes and yams, and brown rice. Choosing healthier foods will help keep your blood sugar level. This way our body can concentrate on mobilizing our body fats.

 

Using the Glycemic Index is a Great Resource for people who have

 

Here is just a list of just several foods and their GI Value.

If you want complete lists of many other foods and their GI Value....

Please e-mail me at Luvbooks@...

and I will be glad to forward them to you....

 

Food	GI Value
Spaghetti, whole wheat	37

Pumpernickel	41
Sourdough	53
Stone Ground whole wheat	53
Pita, whole wheat	57
Whole Meal Rye	58
Hamburger bun	61

Croissant	67
Taco Shell	68
Bagel	72
White	70
Kaiser roll	73
Bread stuffing	74
French Baguette	95

Food	GI Value
Yam	37
Sweet	44

White skinned mashed	70
French Fries	75
Instant Mashed	86
Red Skinned, boiled	88
Baked	85

Skim milk

32

Whole milk	31
Ice cream, low fat	43
Ice cream, premium	38

Tomato	38
Apple	40
Pineapple	46
Grapefuit	48
Orange	53
Cranberry Juice Cocktail	68

Food GI Value Cherries 22 Grapefruit 25 Prunes 29 Apricots, dried 30 Apple 38 Peach, canned in juice 38 Pear, fresh 38 Plum 39 Strawberries 40 Orange, Navel 42 Peach, fresh 42 Pear, canned 43 Grapes 46 Papaya 56 Banana 52 Kiwi 58 Fruit Cocktail 55 Mango 51 Apricots, fresh 57 Figs, dried 61 Apricots, canned 64 Raisins 56 Cantaloupe 65 Pineapple, fresh 66 Watermelon 72 Dates 103
Food GI Value Broccoli 10 Cabbage 10 Lettuce 10 Mushrooms 10 Onions 10 Red Peppers 10 Carrots 49 Green peas 48 Corn, fresh 60 Beets 64 Pumpkin 75 Parsnips 97

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