Glycemic Index

Weight Loss Benefits of the Glycemic Index

Posted on May 9, 2008. Filed under: Glycemic Index | Tags: , , , |

We all want a healthier heart and lower cholesterol, of course, but mostly we want trimmer thighs and hips and a smaller gut. Right?
Weight loss is one of the great side benefits to following the recommendations of the Glycemic Index. While the main reason for its development was to control our blood sugar from severe [...]

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