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What is the Glycemic Index and the Low Glycemic foods you need for Fat Loss

The Glycemic Index is a measure of the effects of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. High Glycemic foods break down very fast during digestion and therefore releases glucose into the bloodstream very fast also. Foods the break down more slowly and release glucose into the bloodstream more slowly have a low GI.

Health Benefits of Low GI Foods

• Prolongs Physical Endurance

• Reduces the risk of Heart Disease

• Reduces Cholesterol

• Aids in Weight Loss

• Helps to control Diabetes

Foods with a Low Glycemic Index You Should be Incorporating Into your Fat Loss Diet

• Strawberries

• Mango

• Papaya

• Raisins

• Plum

• Yogurt

• Nuts

• Artichoke

• Asparagus

• Broccoli

• Cauliflower

• Mushrooms

• Corn

• Onions

• Celery

• Cucumber

• Eggplant

• Green beans

• Lettuce

• Peppers

• Pea Pods

• Spinach

• Pineapple Juice

• Grapes

• Grapefruit juice

• Multi Grain Bread

• Beans

• Yam

• Squash

• Tomatoes

• Zucchini

• Cherries

• Peas

• Grapefruit 

• Kidney Beans

• Lentils

• Bananas

• Sweet potato

• Apricots

• Milk

• Chickpeas

• Rye

• Milk

• Kiwis

• Whole Wheat Spaghetti

• Apples

• Pears

• Tomatoes

• Plums

• Carrots

• Apple juice

• Wheat kernels

• Peaches 

• Oranges 

• Carrots

• Orange juice

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