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Oct 27, 2005 it features a range of recipes that do not raise your blood sugar quickly and hence have a low glycemic load, or gl. Its ideal for diabetics or those trying to maintain blood sugar. Patrick holford is a british author and entrepreneur who endorses a range of controversial vitamin tablets. Curry nights are not out of bounds on the lowgl holford diet. There is also a comprehensive threeweek action plan including shopping lists, daybyday menus and delicious mouthwatering recipes. Then edit the food to change either the quantity or the gl portion youre after. With the holford low gl diet you will beat your cravings. Patrick holfords primordial soup shades of cinnamon. To make a low gl menu, or check your total gls in a day, either choose a food and add to menu or choose the recipe youve created and add to menu. Patrick holfords leek, potato and bean soup patrick holford is britains leading nutrition expert, and author of over thirty books on diet, health and nutrition. This book has some good information in it but dont buy it for the recipes.
F plan diet high fiber the f plan was originally published in 1987 by british author audrey eyton. With this fantastic new plan you can love food and not feel guilty. The low gi of nairns oatcakes at 55 and their good gl factor make them an ideal food for following the holford diet and losing weight, says patrick holford. Metabolic balance recipes sannas health bites page 2.
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