The Glucose Revolution Life Plan [Paperback]

Jennie Brand-Miller (Author), Kaye Foster-Powell (Author), Johanna Burani (Author)

Book Description

Series: Glucose Revolution Series | Publication Date: May 10, 2001

From the Authors of the International Bestseller The Glucose Revolution- An All-in-One Resource to the Lifelong Benefits of the Glycemic Index- the Scientifically Proven Tool that Will Revolutionize What Foods You Eat

In 1999 The Glucose Revolution provided the most authoritative and comprehensive information ever published about the glycemic index-widely recognized as the most significant dietary finding of the last 25 years. That book instantly became a national bestseller, garnered praise from major health and medical figures worldwide, and has sold more than half a million copies in 10 countries.

Now The Glucose Revolution Life Plan shows how to make the glycemic index (G.I.) the foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating. Both an introduction to the benefits of low-G.I. foods and an essential source of new information for those already familiar with the concept, it charts a clear course through today's complicated nutrition maze-and offers easy-to-follow guidelines for choosing the diet that's right for you. In addition to all the latest findings about the glycemic index, you'll also discover:

* Key facts and myths about fats

* The pros and cons of high-protein diets and how they compare to a low-G.I. carbohydrate approach

* The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and of Mediterranean- and Asian-style cooking

* Fifty delicious, exciting, and easy-to-prepare recipes with complete nutritional information

* The most up-to-date and comprehensive table of glycemic index values published anywhere

The Glucose Revolution Life Plan is the ultimate-and essential-resource for establishing a healthier way of eating and living, no matter what your current age, weight, or physical condition.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

The glycemic index--a system of ranking foods according to how fast they affect blood sugar levels--started out as a dietary tool for people with diabetes. Foods with the highest GI values cause a fast, high-blood-sugar response; foods with the lowest GI values break down slowly, releasing glucose into the bloodstream gradually. Now the GI concept has spread as a way to evaluate carbohydrates for people who are not diabetic. High-GI carbs (to be avoided) include processed breads, most cold cereals, potatoes, short-grain white rice, and some fruits. Low-GI carbs (fine to eat) include whole grains, brown rice, pastas, legumes, sweet potatoes, oats, and some fruits. The book also includes discussions of good/bad fats, the Mediterranean diet, and why high-protein diets don't work long-term.

The Glucose Revolution Life Plan emphasizes how to eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, fish, and lean meats for a satisfying, low-GI diet. After you understand the concepts, four different seven-day menus (including one for "busybodies") help you get started. Then 50 recipes follow, with dishes as diverse as Pepper, Corn, and Barley Patties; Apricot and Muesli Muffins; Vegetable and Sesame Noodle Stir-Fry; Tuna-Veggie Toss; Thai Chicken Curry; and Summer Pudding. The authors also coauthored The Glucose Revolution: The Authoritative Guide to the Glycemic Index and other books in the Glucose Revolution series. --Joan Price

Review

FOR THE GLUCOSE REVOLUTION 'Forget Sugar Busters. Forget The Zone. If you want the real scoop on how carbohydrates and sugar affect your body, read this book'. -- Jean Carper, bestselling author of Food: Your Mira 'Here, at last, is a book that explains what we know about the glycaemic index and its importance in designing a diet for optimum health. Read the good news about pasta and even - believe it or not - sugar!' -- Andrew Weil MD, bestselling author of Spontaneous --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Avalon Publishing Group; Copyright 2000 edition (May 10, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569246092
• ISBN-13: 978-1569246092
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,583,719 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars win the battle against your blood sugar!, January 30, 2003

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Pedro Ditka (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Glucose Revolution Life Plan (Paperback)

i never realized how important it is for people of all dietary needs to maintain control over their sugar levels. i am not diabetic but my wife is, and as soon as she finished the book she insisted that i read it! i'm glad she did, because i've learned plenty about easy corners to cut in making my diet painlessly more healthy (and i am not the type to willingly cut out my favorite foods). this book is a solution for a diverse range of diet-related problems....

16 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not much of a revolution, June 21, 2001

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Owen's Mum (Hamden, CT United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Glucose Revolution Life Plan (Paperback)

The basic information here is very helpful and could change your life for the better. That said, I was still disappointed with this book. It suffers from the same problem that so many nonfiction books seem to. It's got enough interesting and important information to fill a really good article, but that's about all. There's a lot of padding. The book also tells you a lot of stuff you've probably already heard, if you're at all interested in diet and health or if you have had blood sugar or candidiasis problems. I, personally, didn't find the cooking and eating suggestions all that revolutionary.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars glucose revolution, July 3, 2001

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gil bratcher Wysp radio (usa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Glucose Revolution Life Plan (Paperback)

The light of understanding has finally begun to shine. I have found it to be a valuable tool in helping me to manage my weight and keep my glucose levels consistantly normal.