Low GI diets are often recommended for people with PCOS because they tend to cause less blood sugar spikes. This diet also reduce insulin levels in the body, which helps control weight and reduces the severity of many of the symptoms associated with PCOS.
What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (P...
Having a good selection of teas that are good for weight management and supporting blood sugar levels are essential. In this class, I cover my all-time favorite teas, their uses, and why they should be in your Well + Easy home!
🫐 This nutrition class is brought to you by Well + Easy Living, the pre...
The glycemic index chart shows ranked foods based on how quickly they raise blood sugar after eating. This ranking system was developed by Dr. David Jenkins in 1980. In this article, I'll break down the glycemic index list of foods to outline what foods fall under which category and answer questions...
Feeling confused about what it means to eat low GI? Well + Easy is here to relieve your overwhelm.
A low glycemic diet simply means using the GI scale (0 - 100) to determine which foods are less likely to impact your blood glucose levels. Foods low on the scale digest slowly, keeping your levels sta...
Planning your meals ahead of time is the most important habit you can develop to manage your weight and keep your prediabetes and insulin resistance in check. Not only will it save you time and money, but you’ll have more control over your food choices and portion sizes while holding yourself accoun...
Glycemic Index (GI) is an indicator of how quickly blood sugar levels rise after eating a particular food. The higher the GI number, the faster the blood sugar rises. Low GI foods will cause less of a spike in blood sugar, which means that you won't experience the same insulin response.
While to snac...
For many, breakfast is the most neglected meal of the day with nearly one-quarter of individuals in the United States skipping breakfast daily. But if you’re struggling with pre-diabetes or insulin resistance, skipping your morning meal is not a risk you should be willing to take as it will have cas...
Acne always has a way of popping up at the most inconvenient times. Before a first date, job interview, or family celebration… We’ve all been there!
While age, stress, and hormones are often linked to acne breakouts, there’s another factor you may not be considering, and it’s one you have the most co...
Living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can feel like a constant battle with your body, but your diet plays a crucial role in managing symptoms and improving your overall health.
Among various dietary approaches, following a low glycemic diet emerges as a beacon of hope for many struggling with...
When transitioning to a healthier lifestyle, resistance is inevitable.
But how you deal with the pushback matters.
In this blog post, we’re going to examine common weight loss obstacles you may be facing and give you strategies to overcome them so you can live a life that is more aligned with your go...
