The Holford GI Low Diet Review

This fat burner system was formulated by nutritionist Patrick Holford. It bases its plan on the Glycemic Load of each kind of food. The Glycemic Load is the amount of blood sugar contained in the food and by controlling the level of blood sugar one can achieve weight loss.

The diet plan consists of a website that provides tips on losing weight, remaining energetic and over-all good health. There is also an automated glycemic level counter where you can measure the GL of the food you are eating. Also, the site provides for a substitute sweetener which uses xylitol, a naturally occurring sweetener with low GL ratings. This helps in lowering the overall GL rate to help your body in maintaining the proper amount of blood sugar in the system.

The science of glycemic level dieting is still largely uncharted. But the gain from the diet helps those with diabetes and hypertension by controlling the level of insulin in their bodies. As to the weight loss, the strict determination of GL rates as the right foods may tend to overlook some necessities such as monosaturated fat and protein. This is where a doctor may help in your concerns and ensure that you are healthy as you undertake this well meaning diet plan.