Hormonal
Low-glycemic index diets promote weight loss and reduce body fat compared to high-glycemic index diets, primarily by enhancing satiety, minimizing postprandial insulin secretion, and increasing fat oxidation.
To manage your weight, choose low-glycemic index carbohydrates like legumes, whole grains, and most fruits. These foods keep you fuller for longer and help your body burn fat rather than storing it. Avoid high-glycemic foods like white bread and potatoes, which can lead to increased hunger and fat gain.
By contrast, low-GI foods could enhance weight control because they promote satiety, minimize postprandial insulin secretion, and increase fat oxidation.
Why this rating
Supported by 16 studies showing satiety benefits and several intervention studies, but the author calls for more randomized, controlled, multicenter intervention studies.
Source
Glycemic Load and Chronic Disease
Janette C. Brand-Miller · Nutrition Reviews · 2003
DOI 10.1301/nr.2003.may.s49-s55
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