Choosing Vegetables and Fruit If you are insulin resistant, your carbohydrate intake should be composed primarily of low glycemic index vegetables and fruits. These provide needed nutrition and fiber, but have minimal impact on blood sugar levels. Depending on the particular plan you are following, you may be permitted nuts and seeds, which are good sources of fiber and healthy fats as well, and some whole grain products. If you are trying to lose weight, eat more low glycemic index vegetables and fruits and fewer, if any, whole grain products. Avoid starchy vegetables and fruits such as potatoes, corn and bananas. These will raise your blood sugar levels and cause your body to produce more insulin, which exacerbates insulin resistance. For best results, spread your carbohydrate intake throughout the day in several small meals. The amount of carbohydrates you eat each day will be determined by your bodys response to carbohydrates or the particular plan you are following. Expect to eat an average of 50 to 75 grams of carbohydrate (not including fiber) each day. Some plans, such as South Beach, include whole grains as carbohydrate sources; other plans, such as the Paleo Diet, do not. Read more: ehow/way_5397152_insulin-resistant-diet-plan.html#ixzz2znO2TVdw
Posted on: Thu, 24 Apr 2014 09:45:59 +0000
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