Why do we have
Carbohydrate Addiction?

Did you know that carbohydrate addiction is overwhelmingly a huge problem for us Americans and we are one of the largest groups of carbohydrate addicts? Unknowingly, we have become addicted to processed carbohydrates much like people became addicted to cigarettes years ago.

We keep spiking our blood sugar, which quickly drops because of the over stimulation of insulin. This leads to the uncontrollable craving for another high-glycemic meal and we not only overeat, but also continue this vicious cycle.

So we experience, confusion, frustration and disappointment! Does this sound familiar? These emotions are felt by millions of us each year who start diets that ultimately fail. Time and again, we give up when we don’t achieve the promised results. Or, we lose a few pounds, just to gain it all back, and then some, a short while later.

Not only does the typical American diet cause us to store more fat, we literally become hooked on processed and high-glycemic carbohydrates. And just like a chain smoker craves for another cigarette, our cravings make us go back for more and more empty calories. Soon the abuse of insulin turns into an addiction and the addiction takes over the controls. We are no longer free to choose. We are driven to high glycemic carbohydrates.

Carbohydrate addiction is the main reason why diets fail. Dieters often drastically restrict their calories or food choices but return to their old habits once they reach their goal. We need to have a permanent lifestyle change to sustain weight loss. Too often, diets focus on specific types of foods or nutrients and disregard the importance of everything else, leading to unbalanced nutrition.

For optimal nutrition, our bodies need a balanced variety of nutrients, including the right types of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Eating high glycemic foods can sabotage even the best of diet plans because the resulting spike and subsequent drop in blood sugar leads to more rapid return to feelings of hunger. A better approach focuses on low glycemic carbohydrates, which help to moderate blood sugar levels, leaving you feeling full and satisfied longer.

In order to reduce or better yet, eliminate carbohydrate cravings, follow a Mediterranean diet or use low glycemic recipes.

This website is dedicated to our loved ones who did not understand the importance of healthy lifestyle choices. We have the power to make a difference in the health of ourself, our families and all those we meet.
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