11-15-2016, 03:26 AM
(This post was last modified: 11-15-2016, 03:31 AM by GreatSpirit.)
Blood sugar levels should be maintained by all of us whether we chose to eat or not eat animal products. Thats obvious for good OVERALL health.
The Insulin Index, which I just discovered, basically takes into consideration the fat/protein effect of foods on insulin secretion. Fat and protein will increase insulin so even if something is low carb/low sugar, that particular food may increase more insulin than another food with the same GI #. I was really amazed by this! Mainly eggs, cheese, some vegetables have "spikes." And wheat/sugar/trans fats/stress are truly the devil for long term health.
It's really a step beyond the popular and still very relevant Glycemic Index. I believe ALL people should eat low GI/low II.
All food, even fat and protein turns to glucose so our insulin is like our special weapon to keep glucose levels at a normal range which according to my research normal fasting glucose levels are between 70-100mg/dl or 110 depending on who you ask, though even fasting glucose at 110 is/can be considered prediabetic. Get an A1C test to confirm if you're diabetic though. That's the whole picture pretty much.
You don't want to abuse your pancreas by having lots of insulin being released over the years. I recommend getting rid of all wheat, starchy vegetables, and limit bean intake. Veggies like carrots/cauliflower use in moderation. I was surprised cauliflower was that high on the II list. Few fruits should be consumed like berries and an occasional apple/orange. Stick to the good ol greens. Supplement your fat/calorie needs by eating coconut oil/milk and using olive oil.
I'm on paleo/ketogenic diet as of a few days ago. I'm in ketosis now so I especially need to follow low II/low GI. My fasting glucose when I woke up was 81mg/dl
The Insulin Index, which I just discovered, basically takes into consideration the fat/protein effect of foods on insulin secretion. Fat and protein will increase insulin so even if something is low carb/low sugar, that particular food may increase more insulin than another food with the same GI #. I was really amazed by this! Mainly eggs, cheese, some vegetables have "spikes." And wheat/sugar/trans fats/stress are truly the devil for long term health.
It's really a step beyond the popular and still very relevant Glycemic Index. I believe ALL people should eat low GI/low II.
All food, even fat and protein turns to glucose so our insulin is like our special weapon to keep glucose levels at a normal range which according to my research normal fasting glucose levels are between 70-100mg/dl or 110 depending on who you ask, though even fasting glucose at 110 is/can be considered prediabetic. Get an A1C test to confirm if you're diabetic though. That's the whole picture pretty much.
You don't want to abuse your pancreas by having lots of insulin being released over the years. I recommend getting rid of all wheat, starchy vegetables, and limit bean intake. Veggies like carrots/cauliflower use in moderation. I was surprised cauliflower was that high on the II list. Few fruits should be consumed like berries and an occasional apple/orange. Stick to the good ol greens. Supplement your fat/calorie needs by eating coconut oil/milk and using olive oil.
I'm on paleo/ketogenic diet as of a few days ago. I'm in ketosis now so I especially need to follow low II/low GI. My fasting glucose when I woke up was 81mg/dl