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Switch to a Low GI Diet to Reduce Chronic Disease Risk
Chronic disease is the leading cause of death in the world with unhealthy diets being identified as one of the major...
Whole Grain Recipe Collection
Whole grain recipe collection Grain foods both whole grain and refined make an important contribution to the nutrient...
Choosing Low GI Improves Children’s Cognitive Performance
A new school year approaches us, and we all want our little ones to do their best. However, did you know that the...
5 Foods That Will Boost Your Mood
Have you ever noticed when you are experiencing a particular feeling or mood you reach for food? It might be grabbing...
How a low GI diet can boost your Immunity
Our immune system is our defence against things that may harm us such as infection. When it is not functioning at its...
Summer Recipe Collection
Summer recipe collection With the warmer summer weather, it is time to heat up the barbecue and think about colourful,...
Vegetarian Recipe Collection
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Carbohydrate Quality Can Broadly Impact Health
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) (i.e., cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers), are the leading cause of death in...
Low GI Living for Women
Life can be busy for women which can often result in having little time to focus on their own health. There are so...
Sugar & Sweeteners – The Sweet Truth
Sugar & Sweeteners – The Sweet Truth ‘No sugar.’ ‘Sugar free.’ ‘Sugar is toxic.’ ‘Natural sugars.’ ‘Natural...
Top diet change to reduce diabetes risk
Low GI diet more important than cutting sugar to reduce diabetes risk There’s a common misconception, even among...
Healthy low GI diet for diabetes
So, I have diabetes, what can I eat? If are living with diabetes or have just been diagnosed, common questions you may...
Winter Recipe Collection
Winter recipes collection We've put together a range of winter warmer and family-friendly meals. These healthy low GI...
Love your Liver and Go Low GI!
Research is continuing to show us why a low Glycemic Index (GI) diet is good for our health. In fact, a recent study...
Research: Macronutrient Quality Improves Liver Fat and Postprandial Glycemia in Just Two Weeks
Obesity rates have tripled in the past 45 years, increasing the prevalence of other chronic diseases including...
Good mood food before the winter blues
As the colder months approach, it's not uncommon to experience the "winter blues" or a dip in mood, making it tempting...
Take it back to basics with low GI
In today's fast-paced world there are many diets and supplements that vow to improve your overall health and wellbeing...
Eating Well at Easter the Low GI Way
For many of us, Easter is a time to get together with family and friends and enjoy food including chocolate! However,...
Seven Steps to ‘Heart Smart’ Eating
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in Australian and the major cause of mortality in...
Going low GI when you’re gluten free
Gluten free diets have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many people adopting them due to gluten...
Low GI for gut health
Taking care of your gut has become all the rage due to the surge of trendy foods, beverages, and supplements that...
Are nuts low GI?
The short answer is - some of them! Nuts are a popular snack choice for many people, and for good reason. These tiny...
Entertaining guests with a low GI menu
Entertaining doesn't have to mean unhealthy food choices. In fact, choosing foods with a low glycemic index (GI) will...
Can you eat desserts on a low GI diet?
Navigating desserts can be tricky, especially if you are trying to maintain a low GI diet, but the good news is you...
Low GI Diet and Mediterranean Diet – What’s the Difference?
Did you know the Mediterranean diet is one of the world’s oldest and healthiest eating patterns and is associated with...
How to Build a Satisfying Low GI Lunch
Let's talk lunch. It can be a tricky meal to navigate if you’re on the go, busy at work or wrangling children. Having...
Resource bundles for Health Care Professionals
A free selection of downloadable low GI resources to help your patients' health and wellbeing.Diabetes Resources...
Top tips for low GI entertaining
With the onset of the entertaining season comes invitations to countless parties, and for those wanting to maintain...
Diabetes-friendly recipe collection
Diabetes-friendly recipe collection A tasty collection of our favourite low GI recipes that are perfect for those...
Budget-friendly recipe collection
Budget-friendly recipe collection We've hand-picked a week’s worth of budget and family-friendly meals. These healthy...
Dietitian Bec Gawthorne’s recipe collection
Dietitian Bec Gawthorne's recipe collection Dietitian Rebecca Gawthorne has created tasty and healthy low GI meals...
Chef Tom Walton’s recipe collection
Chef Tom Walton’s recipe collection Chef Tom Walton has created delicious, quick and healthy low GI meals that the...
Low GI carbs vs whole grain vs white – what are the best carbs for our health?
Carbs have copped a bad reputation and are often first on the dietary chopping block for those looking to lose weight....
5 Ways to Boost Your Mood with Food
When we're feeling low or stressed, it can be tempting to eat to make ourselves feel better or distract us from our...
10 cheap and healthy low GI foods to buy
When the prices of your favourite fruit and veg is skyrocketing, it can be challenging to make affordable, healthy...
Are carbohydrates off the menu for people living with diabetes?
Absolutely not! Carbohydrates are good for us. They are a key fuel for our brain and muscles during exercise....
7 steps to eat low GI
Low GI eating couldn’t be simpler, and I’ve got seven easy steps to help you get started. And, you don’t even have to give up your favourite bowl of pasta.
Should I eat carbs at dinner?
The answer is a big fat YES! But just eat the right type of carbs – good quality, low GI ones. It is a good idea to...
How to go low GI at breakfast
It’s little wonder we crave carbs - they make us feel good! Not only do they boost our mood by increasing serotonin...
What is low GI eating and why you should consider it
Do you want to manage cravings? Maintain a healthy weight? Improve your energy levels? Reduce acne? Manage your PCOS...
Spotlight: Low GI and immunity
Our body’s immune system is our defence against infection. When functioning well it can help keep us healthy and...
Relieving diabetes stigma with diet tips and lifestyle changes
Living with diabetes presents daily challenges leading to an additional 180 decisions every day ranging from managing...
Combine plant-based with low GI for optimum health
Dietitians and food scientists have talked for decades about the benefits of eating more plant-based foods while...
Spotlight: Healthy Carbohydrates
Fuel your body with carbohydrates you can trust. There is often a misconception that low GI also means low...
Gained weight after losing it? This could be the culprit
High GI diet associated with ‘weight gain creep’ High glycemic index (GI) versions of foods like bread, potato and...
Go low GI to help fight heart disease
During National Heart Week this year, the Heart Foundation is encouraging Australians to get back to looking after...
Low GI for Sustained Energy
Your diet plays an important role in how energised you feel, and your tendency to crave sweet treats. The answer: good...
CSIRO’s new tool to combat Australia’s #1 diet issue
Festive Foods For A Low GI Celebration
Getting ready to entertain this festive season? No one wants to be deprived of all their holiday favourites or feel...
Choosing Low GI Carbohydrates for Top Performance
It’s even more important than normal to ensure we are getting adequate intakes of quality carbohydrates during times...
CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet: 5 Years And Growing
To help Australians better manage their weight, the CSIRO and GI Foundation...
Diabetes Prevention: First Findings From The Preview Population Studies
PREVIEW is an acronym of PREVention of diabetes through lifestyle Intervention and population studies in Europe and...
Tips to Keep Healthy Habits on Track
Top Tips to go Low GI In these unsettling times it’s more important than ever to boost our health and happiness as...
Enjoy a Low GI Easter
Most diabetes organisations globally advise that you do not need to avoid sugar all together – you just need to limit...
Spotlight: Is a Low GI Diet Best for Diabetes?
A low GI diet is scientifically proven to help manage blood glucose levels, reduce insulin resistance and improve...
What are Blood Glucose Levels and Why do They Matter?
Your blood glucose levels are a measure of the glucose in your bloodstream. It enters your bloodstream from eating...
Spotlight: Plant Protein
Contrary to popular belief, animal-based products are not the only way to get protein on your plate. Gone are the days...
How Much Protein Should I Eat?
Powering up with protein is no longer confined to gym junkies and body builders. The macronutrient is now making...
Spotlight: Smart Snacking
How to snack smart with Low GI If you find yourself in need of an afternoon pick me up, you don’t need to go hungry –...
Gut Health and Weight Loss
With the influx of trendy foods, drinks and supplements that promise to improve gut health (think fermented foods,...
Is Protein at Breakfast the Secret to Successful Weight Loss?
Eating more protein, especially at breakfast, could be the key to achieving healthy weight loss, according to a new...
Celebrate the Festive Season the Low GI Way
Planning for the festive season? You do not have to forsake all of your holiday favourites to avoid the battle of the...
CSIRO Research Reveals Over-Thinking and Stress Prevents the Majority of Australians from Losing Weight
When it comes to diets, most Australians tend to over-think, have too high expectations and are anxious about failure...
World Scientific Experts Agree Low GI Should be a Public Health Priority
The world’s top nutrition scientists are calling on governments and regulators to place a public health priority on...
Low GI Carbohydrates now Feature as Part of New CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet Online Program
With Australians piling on more than 60 million kilos since 1995, we have teamed up with CSIRO to help Australians...
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GI and Weight Management
A low GI diet focuses on the quality of carbohydrates you eat. Good carbohydrates (or low GI carbohydrates) are more slowly digested helping keep your blood sugars stable, whereas bad carbohydrates cause your blood glucose levels to peak and crash. Want to know which carbohydrates are best for you? Try our swap it tool!