All carbohydrate foods behave differently in our bodies. The Glycemic Index, (GI), ranks all these types of carbohydrates from 0 to 100 according to their effect on our blood glucose levels. It is only based on foods high in carbohydrates and is about quality of that food and not quantity.

Creating long-term health for yourself by using the Glycemic Index is very simple. It is just a case of choosing the low GI foods that will release glucose into your blood stream at a slow pace, little by little and for a longer period of time. This keeps your energy levels balanced also makes you feel fuller for longer between meals.

Some carbohydrates act in a different way and are quickly broken down in the intestines rapidly raising blood glucose levels. The foods with these types of carbohydrates should be avoided; these have a high Glycemic Index.

Creating your meals by using as many low GI foods as possible will benefit many people especially those who are overweight and those who suffer from diabetes.

Glycemic Index Explained

Here is a list of benefits of eating low GI foods:

1. Will help in fat burning and weight management.
2. Reduces hunger and keeps you fuller for longer.
3. Increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
4. Helps with cholesterol levels.
5. Will help to prolong physical activity.
6. Reduces the risk of heart disease.
7. Helps with managing diabetes.

Here is a basic GI chart showing the products on the left and the GI number to the right.

Click here to get even more information through my Glycemic Index Explained Video

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Metabolism is affected by your muscle and fat percentage. So generally these people who have more muscle, (and little body fat), tend to have a higher or faster metabolism.

Here are six important facts to help you understand your metabolism to make it work for you.

Fat Storage Is A Natural Survival Mechanism: The body has an ability to efficiently store fat. This is a survival mechanism that started with our hunter-gatherer ancestors that lived in environments that had no easy sources of food. Body fat would be naturally stored as a means of energy for all the hunting and gathering that took place.Being on a diet that deprives the body of calories from the main basic food groups, (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals), over a long period of time will cause the body to begin to hang on to the fat supplies it has and even add to them. This is the reason why starvation diets don’t work in the long run. 

It’s What You eat, Not How Much You Eat: It is important to consume the right number of calories to support your metabolism. Foods such as complex carbohydrates, (certain foods that take a long time to digest), are perfect for maintaining a healthy diet. You will find that eating the right types of foods such as, grains, beans, lean protein, fresh fruits and vegetables; will steady your eating habits. No longer will you feel hungry all the time.

Control Your Insulin: Managing your insulin effectively will help reduce body fat. Insulin is a hormone. It makes our body’s cells absorb glucose from the blood. The glucose is stored in the liver and muscle as glycogen and stops the body from using fat as a source of energy. Simply put, it helps store nutrients from the foods we eat. If your insulin levels are too high, (too much candy, fast foods, etc.), your body will struggle to burn fat fast and easy. The best way to insure low insulin levels is by eating foods with a low Glycemic Index.

Do Some Exercise: To create an efficient metabolic rate you need to do at least 20 to 30 minutes of exercise? There is no need to do anything vigorous like a physical sport, something as simple as brisk walking every day or cycling or even going for a swim will be adequate.

Be Consistent: So you need to have a plan, something that you can stick to for the long run. Consistency is the key. What we don’t want is your blood sugar and insulin response yo-yoing up and down because of an inconsistent routine. Following a good fat loss system that teaches you to eat the right foods and eating a minimum of three times a day is a good start.

A good start in helping you gain knowledge and turn your body into a fat burning machine would be to use what the Fat Loss 4 Idiots program has to offer you.  A total step by step guide to help your body burn fat the right way and consistently.

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Well, look no further because below there are a number of testimonials from customers who have used this quick weight loss system. Have a read through them and see what you think.

Chris

“I completed my first 11 days and shed 3 kilos. They promise 4 but it doesn’t matter, maybe my portions were slightly bigger than they should have been. I didn’t work out at all. During the 3day off period I couldn’t eat much because I had gotten used to eating small portions. They ask you to eat till the point you’re not totally full, therefore limiting calories.

The idiot proof idea seems to be that you don’t have to ‘drown’ in numbers and calorie count but eating and stopping before you’re full will do the job for your body. The 2 days of really low calories are the worst, but the remaining 9 are decent. I’ll stick to it because it’s easy to do.

For the diet generator there’s no option for foods containing sugar, bread potatoes or pasta so I guess most people will lose weight just by eliminating these foods. My question is whether their premise is right, the idea that shifting calories keeps the metabolism active and you lose weight more effectively. I will stick to it because, scientifically sound or not, it helped me quit my nasty eating habits and start losing weight by following a plan. They also offer a vegetarian option.”

posted Apr 5th, 2009 3:58 pm

bharr33

“This diet is GREAT! I have never lost weight so fast in my life. I have tried so many diets and exercise plans and it gets discouraging when you don’t see the scale moving quick enough for all of the effort that you are putting into it.

I have been on this diet for 8 days and have lost a lb a day and I have not incorporated an exercise plan yet!!!! It is so encouraging to see the scale going down daily. It makes you want to continue through the monotony of the meals daily. After a while you get tired of eating.”

Posted Oct 5th, 2009 9:43 am

Murphy

“I use this diet anytime I want to lose weight because I need a very structured regimen that tells me exactly what to eat. I love it because you get fast results and you don’t have to exercise, I just don’t like to and don’t have the time.

I did the idiot diet after my first son was born and lost 32 pounds in 3 1/2 months. It works great but you have to very committed and willing to give up sweets and greasy foods, and regular soda. I plan on doing it again for weight loss from my second pregnancy.”

Posted Sep 19th, 2009 11:14 pm.

Taylor Joy

“Actually this diet is nothing like Atkins (I’ve done both), because you can eat fruit, and a little bread! I’m only on day 7 and I’ve gone from 130 to 126lbs! I’d recommend it!”

Posted Dec 14th, 2008 12:41 pm

Pat

“First of all I have read diet books and tried different ways of losing weight but I am the type of person that needs to have a menu in front of me to follow. Reading a book telling how to eat right isn’t enough.

This program gives you choices of what you want to eat and then generates a menu for you for 11 days. I am on my going on my 3rd week and have gone from 250lbs to 234lbs. which surprised me plus I feel great. I need to have a menu to follow or I’ll go stray. It works but you need to stick to it!!!”

Posted Nov 7th, 2008 6:54 pm

Erica

“I LOVE IT. I had a baby 2 years ago and I tried everything to get the weight off working out diet after diet nothing worked I would lose a few pounds here a few pounds there and gain it back or more.

I tried this 11days ago and lost 10 pounds. I feel and look great. People at work won’t stop complementing me. THIS WORKS!!!! Just follow the rules I can’t wait to start my second week.”

Posted Sep 20th, 2008 8:32 am

Tom

“I started the Fat Loss 4 Idiots diet on March 6th the 1st 11 days I lost 6lbs., the next 11 days I lost 6lbs. I’m on day 4 of this 11 day cycle and I’ve lost 2lbs. You get fruits and vegetables along with chicken, roast, tuna…you get to choose what you like with the diet generator. I haven’t had any trouble sticking to this diet plan.”

Posted Jul 20th, 2009 10:38 am

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