Must-have items for your low glycemic grocery list
Low Glycemic Diet
Feeling confused about what it means to eat low GI? Well + Easy is here to relieve your overwhelm.
A low glycemic diet simply means using the GI scale (0–100) to determine which foods are less likely to impact your blood glucose levels. Foods low on the scale digest slowly, keeping your levels stable; while foods high on the scale digest quickly, resulting in a dramatic rise and fall of your levels.
This isn’t a restrictive diet in the slightest — it’s a diet with a focus on nutrient-dense whole foods designed to stabilize your blood glucose levels and manage your weight so you can feel better in your body naturally.
Moreover, eating regular meals varied in nutrients, keeps you healthy, boosts your metabolism, and ensures your blood sugar remains stable day in and day out.
Let’s explore the must-have items for your low glycemic grocery list.
▶︎ Low GI foods for your weekly grocery shopping list
Breakfast items
Whether you’re looking to manage your pre-diabetes and insulin resistance or lose weight naturally, skipping breakfast is non-negotiable.
Eggs
Eggs are a pure protein source, meaning they have a GI of zero. From scrambled to sunny side up, they’re versatile as they can be enjoyed in several ways.
Whole Grain Toast
Whole-grain bread typically has more fiber and nutrients than its processed counterparts and is also lower on the GI scale. Ezekiel Bread and Angelic Bakehouse are two brands to consider as they’re made with sprouted grains and legumes that will keep you full and satisfied all morning long.
Yogurt
With a GI of 14, yogurt is low in carbohydrates and high in protein. Opt for brands like Siggi’s and Skyr which have live active cultures, i.e., probiotics, to aid your digestion.
Berries
Berries such as blueberries and blackberries are low glycemic fruits that are not only rich in antioxidants but also contain anthocyanins, chemical compounds that help slow digestion and prevent blood glucose spikes.
Avocado
This teardrop-shaped fruit has no GI value, is cholesterol-free, and is loaded with monounsaturated fat, a healthy fat that can improve blood sugar levels and even reverse insulin resistance.
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