Glycemic Index Good Carbs
In the Glycemic Index Good Carbs ar eall the carohydrates
that burn slowly and release their energy in a controlled way.
That avoids having high sugrar levels in your blood and thus
allows the body to burn the energy contained in these foods
efficiently without storing excess energy in form of fat in the
body cells.
Good Carbs
Foods with low GI ratings, such as vegetables, whole grain
products, and beans are metabolized more slowly, largely
because of their fiber content. These low-GI foods don't cause
drastic changes in blood sugar levels and thereby eliminate the
highs and lows that can lead to excess snacking and sugar
cravings. Making a simple switch in the foods you eat can have
a profound effect on your health. For example, eating brown
rice instead of white rice will do wonders for controlling your
blood sugar level. So will switching from white bread to whole
grain bread. Plus, the extra fiber in these foods will expand
in your stomach, so you will feel full faster and longer after
eating whole grain products. When you're buying whole grain
products, continue to be a good food detective and watch out
for any ingredients that you are trying to avoid.
Fiber supplements
Fiber supplements can also be helpful in eliminating the
toxic wastes that build up in our bodies when we eat a diet of
highly refined carbs. But supplements aren't magic bullets: The
best way to ensure that your body is getting the kinds of carbs
it needs to run smoothly and stay "clean" is to keep eating
whole grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits that give you the
extra dose of fiber needed to clean out your system. The
natural foods with the highest amounts of fiber are lentils;
black, kidney, and lima beans; chickpeas; potatoes with the
skin; peas; non-instant oatmeal; pears and apples with the
skin; Brussels sprouts; and peaches.
Glycemic Index Good Carbs
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