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The Glycemic Index Diet For Dummies

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Wow. What a great read. For some background information, I am a registered dietitian and was taught that for the most part, calories in vs. calories out was the way to lose weight. I had been trying this for many years, and was unsuccessful with weight loss. Last year, I was diagnosed with PCOS, which basically stems from being insulin resistant, making it harder for me to maintain a healthy weight. At the beginning of this year, and subsequently my last year in my 20's, I knew I needed to make a change in my health to prevent diabetes and other health concerns and this would be the year to do it.

I started reading this book and couldn't put it down. The information is clear and easy to understand, and the book is a fun read with lots of humor. I couldn't believe how much I didn't know about the glycemic index/load and how different foods affect blood sugar differently. I had always assumed that as long as I kept my calories under goal, I would maintain my weight. This book taught me that the types of foods really do matter, but also, that nothing is off limits. I changed my thinking and way of eating. Now, I try to indulge in sweets and higher glycemic items as a treat vs. a daily habit.

I've also experimented with diffferent foods, mainly vegetables and grains that I would have never used. And much to my surprise, I love the taste of bulgur instead of rice, and quinoa as a grain. The recipes in the book are delicious and stuff I would actually make, unlike lots of other nutrition books with not-so-appetizing recipes. And hey, I don't miss those 25 extra pounds I was carrying around either.

Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone that wants to feel their best and take charge of their health.

I wanted to learn more about low glycemic plans because I have PCOS. I am very pleased with this purchase. This isn't a traditional diet at all, but really focuses on lifestyle changes using low glycemic foods. It really helped me to understand what low glycemic is and how to easily incorporate it into my world. I especially appreciated the sections that discussed specific foods such as all rice is not the same, even the differences among white rices--what an eye opener. I also appreciated that it focuses on a moderate approach which works best for me and shows you very simply how to use low glycemic foods in your meal plans.

I was told by my M.D. a few months ago that I would benefit from a low glycemic diet to assist in treating my polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Not knowing anything about the glycemic index, I wanted to find the information written so that I could EASILY understand it. This book turned out to be exactly what I was looking for. It helped me understand how to change simple aspects of my daily eating such as for instance adding more fiber foods to control my insulin level. I really also like that it uses a practical approach to eating, not saying you "can't" have this or that, but simply helping you understand portion control, how your body reacts to insulin etc. It helped me develop a plan and set some goals that I am going to be able to stick to vs. attempting just another silly diet that is sure to fail. Definitely five stars in my opinion!

Not only is the topic of the glycemic index one that many people don't fully understand, still too few people are even aware of it! There are plenty of books out on the subject, but Meri addresses it in a way that everyone can understand and benefit from.

What I most enjoyed about Meri's "For Dummies" offering of the glycemic index is how she gently guides readers through understanding what the GI is and how to implement it into your life without a lot of adjustment. And then the recipes are great!

A dear friend was recently diagnosed with occlusion of his coronary arteries. Instead of his cardiologist recommending surgical procedures, he instructed his patient to change to an appropriate diet and safe exercise, both helping him to lose necessary weight.

As an RN, I believed he would benefit from this Glycemic Index Diet reference by Meri Raffetto, Indeed I was correct. He has appreciated the knowledge offered in this guide and put it to good use. Along with carefully prescribed exercise, he has lost 20 pound in less than 3 months. Besides being very proud of his success, he is very aware of how much healthier and how much better he feels. He understands he has given himself an improved life with no threat of any impending surgery!!

- - Edna Worthington

THIS HAS LOTS OF INFO AND VERY HELPFUL FOR ME AND MY DIABETES. EASY TO READ AND BEST OF ALL EASY TO UNDERSTAND.

Enjoy this book. It has been amazing and has opened my eyes to my eating habits and has actually changed my eating habits. So much I didn't know with regard to low glycemic foods. This book is a life changer.

I enjoyed how this book was written - truly for a person not in the medical field who could read the information that was easy to understand and made good sense. It also has side bar icons to draw your attention to different bits of information which was important as it guided my mind as I was reading. The icons were
right next to the artical to be read saying: "Remember" "Technical Stuff" "Tip" and "Warning". You could read it if you choose or skip over it because of the code beside the information such as "Technical".

It also includes a list of foods and shows which ones are a better choices for you. The receipes are great!

I have recommended this book to others and will continue to do so.

Barbara

The glycemic index diet for dummies is an easy book to read and follow. More than a fad diet, it is a way to change your eating habits for healthier living. I feel better overall and have lost 7 or 8 pounds in 6 wks.

The book is pretty good so far(I am not done yet). I was expecting the book to be geared more on lowering blood glucose but the book seems to be more focused on loosing weight by eating a low GI diet. I guess the end result will be the same it is just that some sections of the book are written with a different mind set.