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| Category: Carbohydrates |
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Q. How about developing some products with less carbs. The fat content is great but so many of the products have such high carb counts I can't eat them since I have trouble with my blood glucose.
something new would be great. |
| A. Most health organizations agree that about half of your daily calories should come from carbohydrates. The meal planner on the LEAN CUISINE® website can help you plan for balanced fat, carbohydrate and protein meals. Did you know there are 12 LEAN CUISINE® meals that have less than 30 grams of carbohydrates. Visit Lean Cuisine.com -> find your favorite-> nutrition details. |
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Q. What is glycemic index? If a food is high in glycemic index, can I still eat it? |
| A. The glycemic index is a way of measuring how quickly carbohydrates are digested and enter your bloodstream as sugar. Some foods such as sweets, which contain large amounts of sugar, will have a high glycemic index. Eat foods with a high glycemic index sparingly. When you eat them, combine them with added protein or fat to minimize the rise in blood sugar.
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Q. Are all "whole grains" created equal? Is there are nutritional difference between eating whole grain rice, wheat, oats, etc? Also, what should I look for in a loaf of bread to get the value of whole grains? |
| A. Whole grains are the preferred type of carb because they are packed with all the nutrition of the entire grain seed. Whole grains are great sources of complex carbohydrates, fiber, numerous vitamins and minerals as well as phytochemicals and antioxidants.
There is no difference other than taste and fiber amounts between different whole grains.
Some whole grains may have more dietary fiber than others but they are all good sources of fiber.
It is important to read the ingredient statement when selecting your breads.The ingredient statement will use the word "whole" in front of the name of the grain. It should state whole wheat flour if you are looking for whole wheat bread. |
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Q. What are Net Carbs? |
| A. "Net carbs" is a term developed in reference to "low carb" diets. You also may see the term impact or effective carb. These terms were created with the understanding that not all carbohydrates behave the same way in your body. Some carbohydrates, such as sugar, cause a measurable impact on your blood sugar (the "spike") while other carbs, such as fiber and sugar alcohols, have a reduced effect on blood sugar.
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Q. What is the difference between fiber and carbohydrates? |
| A. Fiber refers to complex carbohydrates that your body cannot absorb or digest. Fiber is not used by the body for energy but instead is eliminated. Complex carbohydrates are made up of starches and fiber which is why they are called complex carbohydrates.
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