Low GI LifeStyle
to lose weight, regulate your blood sugar, improve your heart health or upgrade your diet
28
May
Promotes lipolysis (breakdown of fat) and thermogenesis (burning of fat)
Helps promote healthy thyroid function
Helps maintain normal/healthy production of thyroid hormones
Promotes healthy levels of thyroid hormones
Supplies essential nutrients required for healthy thyroid function
Provides metabolic support
Increases the retention of lean body mass
Helps maintain overall body composition
Promotes optimal body composition
Helps maintain healthy levels of cortisol
Supports healthy [...]
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28
May
Low GI Recipe – Roasted Garlic Potatoes
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Roasted Garlic Potatoes
Recipe Notes
The original recipe called for a stick of margarine. We have cut this to 3 tablespoons, and are using a no-fat or low-trans fat margarine with around 8 grams of fat per tablespoon (kosher versions are available). If you want to make half a recipe, pour the potato mixture into a [...]
Tags: low gi potatoes, low gi recipe, low trans fat, low trans fat margarine recipe, margarine, no fat, roasted garlic potatoes, wellness consultant
27
May
Low GI Breakfast – Southwestern Scrambled Eggs
Recipe Notes
What a way to start the day! This Southwestern style low-GI breakfast is guaranteed to get that mojo flowing. A perfect combination of savory vegetables makes this a fan favorite.
Ingredients:
2 Tablespoons butter
2 green onions, sliced thin
1 cup chopped mushrooms
1-1/2 cups finely chopped spinach
1 medium tomato, diced
9 [...]
Tags: fresh herbs, low carb recipe, low gi breakfast, low gi recipe, mushrooms, savory vegetables, southwestern scrambled eggs, spinach
26
May
Butternut Squash, Pear, and Sweet Potato Soup
Recipe Notes
A leek may look like an overgrown scallion, but its gentle, sweet nature belies its size. It’s a natural for the soup pot, where its mild onion flavor mingles with all the other ingredients.
Ingredients:
3 slices center-cut (30% less fat) bacon, such as oscar mayer, chopped
3 leeks, white and [...]
Tags: butternut squash, healthy soup, leeks, low carb soup, low gi lifestyle, low gi recipe, pear, sweet potato soup
25
May
Chocolate – Cherry Bread Pudding
Recipe Notes
You can make your own prune puree by combining 3/4 cup pitted prunes and 1/4 cup water in a food processor. Process, scraping the sides of the bowl, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until smooth. Makes 3/4 cup.
Ingredients:
8 ounces seedless hamburger buns, cut into cubes
1/2 cup dried sour cherries
1/4 [...]
Tags: Chocolate - Cherry Bread Pudding, cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, light brown sugar, Low Gi Lifestyle Dessert, low gi recipe, Low GI Recipe - Chocolate - Cherry Bread Pudding, sour cherries, vanilla extract
24
May
Barbecue Chicken and Cheddar Calzones
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Barbecue Chicken and Cheddar Calzones
Recipe Notes
Cook the chicken in a broiler or in a large nonstick skillet coated with nonstick spray. Broil or cook over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 160°F and the juices run clear. Remove the chicken to a [...]
Tags: barbecue chicken and cheddar calzone, barbecue sauce, chicken breasts, cornmeal, Low GI Lifestyle Dinner, low gi recipe, pizza dough
20
May
Low GI Vegan Recipe – Road Mix
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Ultra-Metabolic Snack Mix
Recipe Notes
This traveling Snack Mix is the Ultra-Metabolic recipe for those day time snacks and mid-day energy boosts. A great “between meals” healthy choice. Place in a covered jar and store it in a dark place.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried wild blueberries
1 cup cocoa nibs
1 cup raw almonds, whole
1 cup raw cashews, whole
1 cup raw [...]
Tags: cocoa nibs, low gi recipe, low gi vegan recipe, pumpkin seeds, raw almonds, raw cashews, raw walnuts, road mix, sunflower seeds, ultrametabolic, vegan recipe, wild blueberries
19
May
Low GI – Vegan Recipe – Roasted Veggie Dip
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Roasted Veggie Dip
Recipe Notes
This recipe is so easy as well as great tasting. I found this was a great way for me to eat my veggies while I was focusing on eating right in an effort to lose weight. This dip can also be frozen, so when company arrives, you’ll have a great-tasting appetizer [...]
Tags: baked pita crisps, bell pepper, crudites, cucumber, low gi recipe, low gi vegan recipe, red onion, roasted veggie dip, squash, vegan recipe, zucchini
11
May
Low GI – Vegan Recipe – Asian Slaw
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Asian Slaw
Recipe Notes
This colorful salad is easy to put together any time. Its light, refreshing flavor and solid crunch are the perfect complement to grilled scallops or chicken.
Ingredients:
1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
5 scallions, thinly sliced on a sharp angle
1 large carrot, shredded
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 apple, peeled [...]
Tags: asian slaw, bell pepper, cabbage, colorful salad, ginger, low gi recipe, low gi vegan, low gi vegan recipe, salted peanuts, scallions, vegan recipe
