The editors of Prevention magazine published the Sugar Solution Diet. They claim that their program can bring about blood sugar balance within one month.
The Basics of the Sugar Solution Diet
The diet concentrates on three major areas such as exercise, healthy eating and stress relief. It is based on choosing foods with a low glycemic index. Three balanced meals, as well as three small snacks, are recommended daily.
Recommended Foods
- Protein sources such as turkey, chicken and seafood
- Foods which are high in mono-unsaturated fats such as olive oil and cashew butter
- Low glycemic index carbohydrates such as whole wheat breads and legumes
- Low glycemic index fruits such as apples, blueberries and tangerines
- Vegetables such as spinach, broccoli and baked potatoes
Exercise Recommendations
These consist of a ten-minute strength training regime and an online program, which provides animated fitness demonstrations.
Pros
- It is a healthy lifestyle program
- Helps in preventing the risk of diabetes and heart disease
- Includes many aspects of health such as exercise and stress management
- Provides guidance on how to make healthier food choices
Cons
- Menu plans are based on wheat containing foods such as bread, crackers and cereals, and will not be suitable for those with a gluten allergy.
Conclusions
If you have a blood sugar imbalance, the Sugar Solution Diet will help you lose weight, and also helps in creating a lifestyle that will support health over the long term.
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