The Complete Idiot's Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss

by Lucy Beale, Joan Clark-Warner

The skinny on the glycemic index.

Research has proven that the best way to lose weight is to watch the glycemic load, which is measured by the glycemic index rating of each food. The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss provides readers a solid foundation for understanding how and why a glycemic index diet works and controlling counts, along with activity and stress levels. Also includes recipes and a glycemic index.

• The perfect solution for anyone at risk for Type II diabetes or anyone ready for a change from the low-carb diet
• 64% of adults over the age of 20 in the US are overweight or obese
• Offers information on supplements, basic easy recipes, food lists, and sample meal plans
• A full appendix with glycemic index counts and loads for all sorts of foods

Genres: Health, Nonfiction

352 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