The
"glycemic scale" refers to a system that measures how quickly certain foods can increase our blood sugar levels. Foods with a high
glycemic scale number can cause a rapid blood sugar spike, while those with a low number cause a slower and more stable increase.
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It ranks low on
the glycemic scale, contains a higher amount of protein than rice, wheat, millet and corn, and is a good source of magnesium.
I love the fact that cauliflower has less than 1/4 of the calories of potato, and you can't even tell that the mash has been cut with something much lower on
the glycemic scale and lower calorie.
It is a rich source of easily digested protein and ranks low on
the glycemic scale.
Sweet potatoes rate low on
the glycemic scale (even though they taste sweet!)
Buckwheat measures very low on
the glycemic scale, thus making it a good choice for those watching their blood sugar.
The result is an amazing super food with protein, fiber, and the nutrional value of the coconut palm sugar, which is very low on
the glycemic scale.
o The Carbs in Swerve are not included because Erythritol is purported to have no impact on blood sugar and is considered a 0 (zero) on
the glycemic scale.
For the first 2 weeks, concentrate your eating on the low end of
the glycemic scale and on eating lean protein with every meal.
I invite you to bring Freedom home to whisper its sweet no - things to you: no things of sugar or calories; no - things that affect your blood sugar; no - thing to appear on
a glycemic scale.
The Freedom Bar is your blood sugar's good friend; The Freedom Bar is as low on
the glycemic scale as you could ever go!
Aim for produce low on
the glycemic scale — sugary fruits may create problems for those with unstable blood sugar.
Where does it appear on
the Glycemic Scale?
This is important because foods high on
the glycemic scale may spike blood sugar.
Don't forget to subtract sugar alcohols with certain foods that have artificial sweeteners that are low on
the glycemic scale.