Why The Low GI Diet Is The Key To Your Weight Loss Goals

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Why The Low GI Diet Is The Key To Your Weight Loss Goals

By Wesley Atkins
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Losing weight is one of the hardest goals Americans annually
seek to accomplish. The weight loss industry is huge and
incorporates every type of fad diet, pill, cream, and lotion
possible. Instead of falling prey to one of these “lose weight
quickly” fads, entrust your weight loss into something that
will guarantee you results: a low GI diet.

This diet is certainly nothing new and does not require purchase
of any expensive diet foods that are usually packed with
preservatives. A low GI diet is much more than a typical diet—
it is truly a change in your lifestyle, health, and overall well
being.

What does GI Stand for Anyway?

The “GI” in GI diet stands for Glycemic Index. The Glycemic
Index is based on the carbohydrate content of food and how
quickly those carbohydrates affect your blood glucose level.
Foods with a high Glycemic Index are quickly digested and
turned into sugar. It is no surprise that these foods usually
lack necessary vitamins or nutrients and contain needless
calories and fats. Foods with a high Glycemic Index (foods
ranking 70 or greater on the scale) include:

• Foods high in sugar or glucose
• Baked or mashed potatoes
• White Rice
• Regular (not whole grain) bread
• Cookies, cakes, muffins, doughnuts
• Junk foods

A Little Thought and Preparation Make a Big Difference

The method of food preparation also affects the Glycemic Index.
Foods that are cooked or pre-cooked have a higher GI. For
example, instant oatmeal or grits have a higher Glycemic Index
than the same foods cooked in a more traditional manner. Due
to this reason, individuals who are on a low GI diet tend to put
more thought into foods consumed and tend to consume less
pre-cooked, pre-packaged foods filled with preservatives or
additives.

It’s All About Choices

By choosing to consume foods with a low Glycemic Index,
you are making a conscious effort to consume foods that are
nutritious and good for you. This diet is also critical for
individuals with diabetes or other conditions that make it
necessary to monitor their blood sugar levels. Make the
conscious commitment to embark on a low GI diet and create
a healthy lifestyle.

What foods are classified as low GI? You will certainly be
surprised with the incredibly long list of options available to
individuals currently pursuing a low GI diet! These low GI
(55 or less) foods include:

• Most fruits (apples, pears, oranges, berries, etc.)
• High fiber grains (bran, whole grain wheat’s)
• Pastas
• Whole milk
• Low-fat yogurt
• Lentils
• Whole grain cereals (Special K, All Bran, etc)

These foods are readily incorporated into a daily diet and
intermixed with foods that have a medium rank on the Glycemic
Index between 56 and 69. These foods should be eaten
sparingly, thoroughly mixed with the low GI foods. Such
medium GI foods include:

• Boiled potatoes
• Dried fruits (raisins and apricots)
• Ice Cream
• Shortbread cookies

Where’s the Meat?

If you are wondering where fresh meat, eggs, cheese, and
vegetables rank on the Glycemic Index, it is because these
foods do not contain carbohydrates. For this reason, they
are deemed suitable to consume and still abide by the
guidelines of the low GI diet. Whether you are a bona fide
meat eater or a staunch vegetarian, you are sure to succeed
on this great diet.

A low GI diet is excellent for any individual wishing to lose
weight without giving up the foods they love. This diet will
allow you to joyfully consume beloved breads and perfect
pastas without guilt! If you find yourself wanting a lifestyle
change and are ready to lose weight, you’ll definitely want
to look for more in-depth information on the easily adaptable
GI diet.

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Wesley Atkins is a fitness and nutrition coach and author
of the "Low GI Diet Breakthrough" e-book. For free tips,
weight loss information, or to find out more about his
book, visit: www.lowgidietbreakthrough.com
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Stress and Obesity
by kamal
Now a days people's are facing overstress because of the pot belly syndrome. The pot belly syndrome is a situation caused because of uncontrollable diet, physical inactivity, overdose of supplements and medications, over sleeping, less movements etc.

How does stress eating contribute to obesity?

If you are wondering how stress eating contributes to obesity then you need to know that stress and obesity are directly related. Stress causes certain hormones in our body to increase, causing lack in metabolic activities.

So even though people control food intake, or fast, the find it difficult to reduce their fat deposited in stomach. This again leads to stress that contributes to obesity. This is how how stress causes obesity.

Yoga and meditation can help you alleviate this situation. One yoga technique named the Uthana Padasanam is really helpful to control fat belly. This yoga can help you reduce stress relating to obesity. It is described as follows:

Uthana padasanam

1. Lie down on a soft piece of cloth with your face upward
2. Close your legs together and straighten them
3. Rest your hand close to your body with your palm pressing or facing downward
4. Slowly raise your legs up to 45 degree and exhale breath
5. Stay in this position for about six minutes
6. Slowly bring your legs down and inhale



When to Do this Yoga?

This yoga can do up to 6 to 12 times anytime during the day.This plays major part to reduce huge belly. In addition it helps to reduce unnecessary fat in our body as well as improve proper blood circulation. It is very helpful to free from stress of mind and break the stress obesity connection http:www.outofstress.com
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