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Praise for theNew York Timesbestselling The NEW Glucose Revolution Series
The concept of the glycemic index has been distorted and bastardized by popular writers and diet gurus. Here, at last, is a book that explains what we know about the glycemic index and its importance in designing a diet for optimum health. Carbohydrates are not all bad. Read the good news about pasta and evenbelieve it or notsugar!
Andrew Weil, M.D., University of Arizona College of Medicine, author of Spontaneous Healing and 8 Weeks to Optimum Health, on The Glucose Revolution
The concept of glycemic index is key to understanding the effects of carbohydrate on human health. The Low GI Handbook, written by leading scientists, conveys this information clearly, thoroughly, and convincingly.
Walter Willett, Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health
Jennie Brand-Miller and her research colleagues have done pioneering work, showing how the glycemic index can help you lose weight and improve your health. They are leading scientific authorities, and I often rely on their important findings in our research studies to help people reduce weight, control diabetes, tackle triglycerides, and return to health.
Neal Barnard, M.D., founder and president, Physicians for Responsible Medicine, and bestselling author
Forget SugarBusters. Forget The Zone. If you want the real scoop on how carbohydrates and sugar affect your body, read this book by the worlds leading researchers on the subject. Its the authoritative, last word on choosing foods to control your blood sugar.
Jean Carper, bestselling author of Miracle Cures, Stop Aging Now! and Food: Your Miracle Medicine, on The Glucose Revolution
Clear, accessible, and authoritative information about the glycemic index. An exciting, new approach to preventing obesity, diabetes, and heart diseasewritten by internationally recognized experts in the field.
David Ludwig, M.D., Ph.D., director, Obesity Program, Childrens Hospital, Boston, on The New Glucose Revolution
Mounting evidence indicates that refined carbohydrates and high glycemic index foods are contributing to the escalating epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes worldwide. This dietary pattern also appears to increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. The skyrocketing proportion of calories from added sugars and refined carbohydrates in Westernized diets portends a future acceleration of these trends. The Glucose Revolution challenges traditional doctrines about optimal nutrition and the role of carbohydrates in health and disease. Brand-Miller and colleagues are to be congratulated for an eminently lucid and important book that explains the science behind the glycemic index and provides tools and strategies for modifying diet to incorporate this knowledge. I strongly recommend the book to both health professionals and the general public who could use this state-of-the-art information to improve health and well-being.
JoAnn E. Manson, M.D., Dr.P.H., professor of medicine, Harvard Medical School and codirector of Womens Health, Division of Preventive Medicine, Brigham and Womens Hospital
Here is at last a book explaining the importance of taking into consideration the glycemic index values of foods for overall health, athletic performance, and in reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes. The book clearly explains that there are different kinds of carbohydrates that work in different ways and why a universal recommendation to increase the carbohydrate content of your diet is plainly simple and scientifically inaccurate. Everyone should put the glycemic index approach into practice.
Artemis P. Simopoulos, M.D., senior author of The Omega Diet and The Healing Diet and president, The Center for Genetics, Nutrition and Health, Washington, D.C., on The Glucose Revolution
The Glucose Revolution is nutrition science for the twenty-first century. Clearly written, it gives the scientific rationale for why all carbohydrates are not created equal. It is a practical guide for both professionals and patients. The food suggestions and recipes are exciting and tasty.
Richard N. Podell, M.D., M.P.H., clinical professor, Department of Family Medicine, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and coauthor of The G-Index Diet: The Missing Link That Makes Permanent Weight Loss Possible
The glycemic index is a useful tool which may have a broad spectrum of applications, from the maintenance of fuel supply during exercise to the control of blood glucose levels in diabetics. Low glycemic index foods may prove to have beneficial health effects for all of us in the long term. The Glucose Revolution is a user-friendly, easy-to-read overview of all that you need to know about the glycemic index. This book represents a balanced account of the importance of the glycemic index based on sound scientific evidence.
James Hill, Ph.D., director, Center for Human Nutrition, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
The New Glucose Revolution summarizes much of the recent development of dietary glycemic index and load in a highly readable format. The authors are able researchers and respected leaders in the nutrition field. Much that is discussed in this book draws directly from their years of experimental and observational research. The focus on dietary intervention and prevention strategies in everyday eating is an especially laudable feature of this book. I recommend this book most highly as an indispensable source of good nutrition.
Simin Liu, M.D., Sc.D., assistant professor, Department of Epidemiology, Harvard School of Public Health
As a coach of elite amateur and professional athletes, I know how critical the glycemic index is to sports performance. The New Glucose Revolution provides the serious athlete with the basic tools necessary for getting the training table right.
Joe Friel, coach, author, consultant
Other titles in the New Glucose Revolution Series
We have put together this handy guide to help you make the right choice for further reading or for more recipes.
The Low GI Handbook: The New Glucose Revolution Guide to the Long-term Health Benefits of Low GI Eating
COOKBOOKS
The Low GI Diet Cookbook: 100 Simple, Delicious Smart-Carb Recipes
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Vegetarian Cookbook
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Family Cookbook
SHOPPING AND EATING OUT
The New Glucose Revolution Shoppers Guide to GI Values 2010
DIABETES AND PREDIABETES
The New Glucose Revolution for Diabetes
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Guide to Diabetes
What Makes My Blood Glucose Go Up ... and Down?: 101 Frequently Asked Questions about Your Blood Glucose Level
WEIGHT LOSS
The Low GI Diet Revolution: The Definitive Science-Based Weight Loss Plan
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Guide to Losing Weight
HEART HEALTH
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Guide to Your Heart and the Metabolic Syndrome
CELIAC DISEASE OR GLUTEN INTOLERANCE
The New Glucose Revolution Low GI Guide to Gluten-free Living