The Complete Idiot's Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss

by Lucy Beale, Joan Clark-Warner, M.S. R.D.

Keep hunger cravings at bay and your waistline slim with this low-glycemic weight loss guide!

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss  is an invaluable reference for choosing foods according to their Glycemic Index--a system of classifying carbohydrate-based foods by how much they raise blood sugar. You will rev up your metabolism and lose weight...for good!

This fully updated and expanded edition clearly explains just how and why a glycemic index diet works by showing readers how to eat the right kind of foods--complex carbohydrates, fiber, grains, and fruit. 

You'll be amazed at how satisfying a low-glycemic diet really is. By keeping your blood sugar steady and low, you won't experience the hunger pangs that come with an insulin-spiking diet. You'll stay full, and you'll have no problem shedding or maintaining weight. Avoid diesease like diabetes, insulin resistance, heart disease, and obesity by following the glycemic index.

This book

• Information on supplements, easy recipes, food lists, and sample meal plans
• An appendix with glycemic index counts and loads for all sorts of food
• How to stock your kitchen for success
• How to balance protein, fats, and carbs
• Tips for eating out and celebrating special occasions
• Quick and easy snacks and treats
• How to manage stress and toxins that could derail diet efforts
• Methods for exercising to promote further weight loss

Genres: Health, Nonfiction

368 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Ladiibbug · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second update to the 2002 book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Loss.

A third update will be released in Jan. 2010, titled, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss, 2nd Ed.

Authors of all books: Lucy Beale & Joan Clark (see previous book reviews in this thread for their impressive credentials)

An excellent reference on healthy weight loss. More of the same clear, concise info as in the two previous books.

Glycemic Index is the term for the scientific measurement of how a person's blood sugar levels change while eating various types of carbs. The GI's ranking system is only for carbs, not proteins or fats.

Basically, the slower a food's energy is released, the better. Complex carbs (veggies, whole grains, fruits) are far better than foods containing sugar, processed foods, or refined grains.

The GI Index Weight Loss is *not* a diet program.

I couldn't wait for the newest edition coming out in Jan. 2010 -- I had to get my hands on this second update to the original so I didn't miss one word in this series of books that has been so extremely helpful to me.

[Gerald Kinro · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was good in explaining the basic mechanics of and importance of the glycemic index not only in weight loss, but in the management of blood sugar levels. I enjoyed the simple language used. I felt, however, some claims made are not adequately substantiated and based on too few research results. The whole premise of the glycemic index, however, I think is valid. It is a must before reading anything else on the subject.

[Leslie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Has some helpful information but I wonder if the author's not sponsored by the people at Emergen-C because this was practically an infomercial for it in certain parts. I was bothered a little bit by the (inappropriate?) self-helpy advice, e.g. meditation and prayer to relieve stress. Umm, as an atheist, I will pass, thanks.

[Holly Cicci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent tool for managing type II diabetes. Contains both physiological explanation of the issue and practical tips for those of us who love carbs.

[Robyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I started losing weight immediately

[Rosey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative.

[Patricia DRG · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of low GI dieting