Posted by InsomniaMom on June 11, 2002, at 11:01:21
In reply to Re: Protein in morning, carbs before bed, posted by Seamus2 on June 11, 2002, at 9:30:54
You might also be interested in the glycemic index of foods, which has established how quickly certain foods are metabolized into sugar after consumption. Apparently, a baked potato gives you more of a sugar rush than table sugar...no wonder I was absolutely addicted to them! This is not only helpful for diabetics as high glycemic index foods wreak havoc with insulin levels, but also some people's moods and concentration levels seem to be affected by foods based on their glycemic index counts. Here is a link (if I followed the istructions properly) to an article which explains it in more detail.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200009/c.hf.p1.htmlUnfortunately, the link within the article to the list of foods seems to no longer be active, but if you do a search for "glycemic index" you can pull up some tables with the index ratings for certain foods. Looks like some extensive ones are availble if you are willing to put up with a long download.
I think one of the main reasons Atkins Diet works if you can stick to it (my husband lost 75 lbs)is that the forbidden carbs are those with the high glycemic index ratings.
Geez...why am I suddenly ravenous for a baked potato!? I'd better go find some fish fast! =)
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