The Glucose Revolution Life Plan - Softcover

Brand-Miller MD, Dr. Jennie; Foster-Powell BSc MND, Kaye; Becker, Gretchen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1569246092 ISBN 13: 9781569246092

Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books, 2001

Synopsis

From the Authors of the International Bestseller The Glucose Revolution- An All-in-One Resource to the Lifelong Benefits of the Glycemic Index- the Scientifically Proven Tool that Will Revolutionize What Foods You Eat

In 1999 The Glucose Revolution provided the most authoritative and comprehensive information ever published about the glycemic index-widely recognized as the most significant dietary finding of the last 25 years. That book instantly became a national bestseller, garnered praise from major health and medical figures worldwide, and has sold more than half a million copies in 10 countries.

Now The Glucose Revolution Life Plan shows how to make the glycemic index (G.I.) the foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating. Both an introduction to the benefits of low-G.I. foods and an essential source of new information for those already familiar with the concept, it charts a clear course through today's complicated nutrition maze-and offers easy-to-follow guidelines for choosing the diet that's right for you. In addition to all the latest findings about the glycemic index, you'll also discover:

* Key facts and myths about fats

* The pros and cons of high-protein diets and how they compare to a low-G.I. carbohydrate approach

* The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and of Mediterranean- and Asian-style cooking

* Fifty delicious, exciting, and easy-to-prepare recipes with complete nutritional information

* The most up-to-date and comprehensive table of glycemic index values published anywhere

The Glucose Revolution Life Plan is the ultimate-and essential-resource for establishing a healthier way of eating and living, no matter what your current age, weight, or physical condition.

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Review

The glycemic index--a system of ranking foods according to how fast they affect blood sugar levels--started out as a dietary tool for people with diabetes. Foods with the highest GI values cause a fast, high-blood-sugar response; foods with the lowest GI values break down slowly, releasing glucose into the bloodstream gradually. Now the GI concept has spread as a way to evaluate carbohydrates for people who are not diabetic. High-GI carbs (to be avoided) include processed breads, most cold cereals, potatoes, short-grain white rice, and some fruits. Low-GI carbs (fine to eat) include whole grains, brown rice, pastas, legumes, sweet potatoes, oats, and some fruits. The book also includes discussions of good/bad fats, the Mediterranean diet, and why high-protein diets don't work long-term.

The Glucose Revolution Life Plan emphasizes how to eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, fish, and lean meats for a satisfying, low-GI diet. After you understand the concepts, four different seven-day menus (including one for "busybodies") help you get started. Then 50 recipes follow, with dishes as diverse as Pepper, Corn, and Barley Patties; Apricot and Muesli Muffins; Vegetable and Sesame Noodle Stir-Fry; Tuna-Veggie Toss; Thai Chicken Curry; and Summer Pudding. The authors also coauthored The Glucose Revolution: The Authoritative Guide to the Glycemic Index and other books in the Glucose Revolution series. --Joan Price

About the Author

Jennie Brand-Miller, Ph.D., is one of the world's leading authorities on the glycemic index. Her more than sixty articles on the subject have been published in the world's leading medical, nutrition, and scientific journals. She is a member of the teaching and research staff of the Human Nutrition Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Sydney. Kaye Foster-Powell, B.Sc., M. Nutr. & Diet., is an accredited dietitian-nutritionist in both public and private practice in New South Wales, Australia. They both live in Sydney, Australia and are co-authors of the seven previous Glucose Revolution titles. Johanna Burani, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator who provides nutritional counseling based on the glycemic index to hundreds of people annually. She has adapted all nine previous Glucose Revolution titles for North American readers. She lives in Mendham, New Jersey.

About this edition

• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1569246092
• ISBN 13: 9781569246092
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256