New Study Shows Mixed Results on Glycemic Index and Blood Sugar vs. Hunger Pains

This was a rather surprising study, one that in many ways is contrary to what our experiences and those of many readers have reported — but worth reviewing. According to a new study by the American Diabetes Association, researches tested 26 adult subjects and monitored blood glucose levels to measure the degree low GI foods have at reducing/controlling serum glucose […]

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What’s Your Worst Offending Glycemic Index Food Craving?!

Ah, the glycemic index.  Whether you’re talking about glycemic index load or low glycemic index foods, many nutritionists are locked in to the low GI lifestyle. But what about your guilty cravings?  What’s the highest GI foods that you know you should avoid – but secretly crave.  Badly?! Here’s a handful of choices for me personally: White Bagel – GI […]

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Glycemic Index: Potato & Sugar Drinks Impact Long-Term Weight Gain

Participants in a recent study conducted by the New England Journal of Medicine gained an average of 3.35 lb. a year in the U.S. – a concern because the gain is so gradual it's sometimes hard to identify the causes. Exploring patient behaviors more closely, Harvard researchers noted changes in lifestyle factors and a steady worsening in body mass index […]

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Diabetes Rates

The numbers of individuals diagnosed with diabetes continue to climb, with nationwide levels reaching record high levels.   Diabetic Incidence Rates in the United States 25.8 million people are affected by diabetes nationwide 8.3% of the population of the United States 26.9% of Seniors (aged 65 years and up) have diabetes 35% of Adults (aged 20 years and up) have […]

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