glycemic index

If the glycemix index (GI) ranks foods based on how they affect your blood sugar -- a higher GI score means a higher blood sugar -- how could a ... Read More »

Many adherents to the low-carb philosophy are firm in their belief that the natural sugars in fruit make them a dietary no-no. But, almost all fruit ... Read More »

Sugar may be a worthwhile option as an alternative fuel source for vehicles, but it's a very poor choice for fueling our bodies. In addition to having ... Read More »

I post often about the importance of eating the right carbohydrates. In fact, just yesterday I wrote about "good" carbs vs. "bad" carbs. Good carbs ... Read More »

A meal consisting of low-glycemic-index foods is almost always a healthier choice than, say, a bagel covered with jam. Because low-GI foods take ... Read More »

It seems like there are millions of methods out there from which to choose when it comes to losing weight. Choosing the way that is right for you, ... Read More »

When it comes to clothes, black is supposed to be slimming. But, when it comes to tortillas (yes, you read that right ... I said tortillas), it seems ... Read More »

Are you a carb fan? If so, you may be at greater risk of developing cataracts compared to those that eat a low-glycemic diet, according to new ... Read More »

High-glycemic-index carbs ... yeah, we've heard how their the food of the devil. They'll raise your blood sugar, lead to fat storage, and possibly ... Read More »

The GI (Glycemic Index) diet is one of the hottest weight-loss plans out there, and I can see why. It's healthy and it makes sense. In fact, we would ... Read More »