The slow digestion and gradual rise and fall in blood sugar responses after eating a low G.I. food helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes, low blood-sugar (Hypoglycaemia) sufferers, sportsmen and the body conscious.

Low GI foods are recognised as having the following benefits:

• SUSTAIN ENERGY LEVELS
  Glucose is the food used by the brain and muscles. Low GI foods help prevent tiredness by maintaining blood sugar levels, thereby giving a constant flow of energy. A food with a low GI eaten one to two hours before an event, gives athletes a winning edge by providing a slow - release source of fuel for the exercising muscles, thereby extending endurance and improving performance. Dr James LaValle, associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati’s College of Pharmacy, was quoted in The Sunday Times of September 30, 2001, as saying “The number one complaint I hear from women in my practice is fatigue, feeling worn out, having low energy”. This is reinforced by Lisbet Delport and Gabi Steenkamp (Registered Dieticians) in their book Eating for Sustained Energy, who say “Eating a low fat diet, and learning how to use the Glycemic Index can give one an endless supply of energy.” Eating the low fat, low – GI way will keep blood – glucose levels even, resulting in feeling great all the time.

• HELP MAINTAIN IDEAL WEIGHT
  For those wanting to lose weight, a low fat, low GI diet is recommended. The slow digestion of the food provides a feeling of fullness and helps to control food cravings. The fact that less insulin (a fat storer) is secreted after eating low GI foods also aids in fat loss. The fine form low GI products are natural appetite suppressants, filling you up and keeping you satisfied longer.

• PROMOTE A TONED MUSCULAR BODY
  Muscle and fat depletion occurs on high protein and low carbohydrate diets. A low GI energy restricted diet will burn only fat and not muscle, resulting in a more attractive, slimmer body with better muscle definition.