The low GI diet and weight loss

Weight loss with the low GI diet is a natural, safe method of losing weight. Following Christmas and over indulgence of calorific, rich foods, this dietary program is an ideal way to restore vitality and health, combined with losing weight.Lose weight naturally without counting calories!What is the Glycaemic Index?The Glycaemic Index is a measurement of blood sugar levels after eating food.All low GI diets are based on lowering blood sugar.Higher GI foods cause blood sugar and insulin levels to rise. These will be mostly refined and processed foods, with some exceptions e.g. sugar, potatoes, white flour.The body digests low GI foods slowly, creating a full feeling for longer.One GI food added to a meal lowers the glycaemic index of the whole meal. All foods have a glycaemic index value. The glycaemic index range is as follows:Low GI = 55 or lessMedium GI = 56 – 69High GI = 70 or moreGlycaemic Index TablesFoods only appear on the GI index if they contain carbohydrate. This explains why you won’t find foods like fresh meat, chicken, fish, eggs and cheese in GI lists.If you want to lose weight, you’ll also need to watch your portion sizes. That means sticking to small servings and eating plenty of fresh vegetables and salads.A scientific food intolerance test is also advisable before starting the low GI diet program, as in food intolerance health studies, raised IgG antibody levels are linked to an inability to lose weight. Lose weight safely following the low GI diet with a registered nutritional therapist, offering safe and long term healthy weight loss, without counting calories. Personalised weight loss programs for effective weight loss and to restore optimum health.Make an appointment at Body-Balance nutrition Taunton or at Neal’s Yard Bath for long term weight loss solutions,