Switching to a Low GI Diet is EASY
• Use breakfast cereals based on oats, barley and bran
• Use "grainy" breads made with whole seeds
• Reduce the amount of potatoes you eat
• Enjoy all types of fruit and vegetables (except potatoes)
• Eat plenty of salad vegetables with vinaigrette dressing
Useful Links:
Get Into Shape With GI - Long article about the benefits of the GI Diet, and how supermarket Sainsbury's are re-labelling their food. Lots of information including a 7-day diet plan, and dozens of GI friendly recipes.
The iVillage Gi plan - This plan is all about losing those extra pounds, eating healthily and feeling great. Best of all, you'll regain your energy!
The Glycemic Index - Essential reference site, ranking hundreds of foods by their GI Index. Low value = Good for you, High value = Bad for you. Simple!
how to return to your optimum weight - and retain it - Daily Telegraph story explaining the GI Diet.
GI Diet: recipe for slimming success - In the second part of the Telegraph series, GI Diet author Rick Gallop reveals the most effective and delicious menus. Yum!
GI Diet: Eat more without adding weight - In third part of the Telegraph series, GI Diet author Rick Gallop shows you how to keep weight off after losing it.
South Beach Diet Plan & Recipes - Food list, guide and SouthBeach diet recipes.
The Holford GL Diet - Nutritionist Patrick Holford has created a diet that will balance your blood sugar, so you'll lose weight fast, beat your cravings and live with vibrant health & energy.
iVillage: GI Diet Message Board - Whether you want to lose weight or just balance your blood sugar levels, share your experiences with other women following the plan here.
Woolworths Fresh Diet Club - Includes a 12 week, low GI diet plan.
Easy Gi Diet by Helen Foster - This book is a fabulous way to learn about the GI principles. The format makes it a joy to read - the pages are well set out, the pictures are wonderful. Moreover the information is plentiful but everything is explained very clearly.
GI: What's it all about? - GI is quickly becoming a hot topic in the world of nutrition! But what is GI all about?
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