We have all by now heard about GI, meaning the Glycemic Index, High - Medium or Low.
Did you know that low GI burns more fat?
Low GI carbohydrates can help you burn more fat when you exercise. According to an article in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the amount of fat burned during exercise after a low GI breakfast was much greater than after a high GI breakfast.
So, what are the low GI breakfast options?
Yoghurt, fresh or canned pears, baked beans on grainy toast, porridge, breakfast cereals based on oats and barley (muesli, oat flakes), and grainy toast.
Here are some ways to make salads healthier:
Swap 100g of fetta for 100g of goat's cheese, a lot less fat and less than half the salt.
Swap 1 green capsicum for 1 red capsicum. Red has more beta-carotene (which converts to vitamin A) for a strong immune system and healthy skin.
Swap 100g iceberg lettuce for 100g baby spinach. Spinach contains more vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, such as vitamin C, beta-carotene and fibre.
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