Fast and Slow Carbs

[RMPage]

I am trying to obtain a list of fast and slow carb foods. Can anyone assist me?

[Ossie-Sharon]

Hi, RMPage. In the Menu Planner lists, the carbohydrates in the lighter blue tend to be slow carbs (high in fiber and whole, unrefined ingredients), and those in the darkest blue are fast carbs (refined and processed).

[jmcfarland]

Why is corn an option in your menus when it’s listed as one of your top 5 items not to eat?
I’m confused, corn on the cob vs canned vs frozen. OR best to leave in the store completely.
I’d also like confirmation on popcorn. There is one option given… organic … if we have air popped popcorn with butter … is this still considered an ok snack.

[Ossie-Sharon]

Hi, JMcFarland. Corn, like the other items in the do-not-eat list, is more often than not manipulated and processed in both growing and food manufacturing. Those corn products – especially high fructose corn syrup – are the ones to avoid, whereas fresh organic corn actually has a lot to offer nutritionally.

[Tyreena]

I love corn too but how can you find out if its high fructose? I admit I’ve never read the tins in the super market, and don’t like KFC corn on the cob as it’s swathed in butter and I think it spoils it myself. I obviously need a notepad with me as a lot of these terms are new to me and being ‘in the change’ I’m easily forgetful!! Am I right in suspecting fructose is another word for sugar?

[Ossie-Sharon]

Hi, Tyreena. High-fructose corn syrup refers to a particular sweetener, not to the vegetable itself. Yes, fructose is a kind of sugar, found naturally in fruits in high amounts. It has a low impact on blood glucose, but has been shown to have a negative impact on the liver, blood fats, and weight gain when it is in isolated form (meaning not in fruits or vegetabes). If you eat organic fresh corn, it should be fine – just remember to count it as a carb.

[Ossie-Sharon]

Hi, Tyreena. High-fructose corn syrup refers to a particular sweetener, not to the vegetable itself. Yes, fructose is a kind of sugar, found naturally in fruits in high amounts. It has a low impact on blood glucose, but has been shown to have a negative impact on the liver, blood fats, and weight gain when it is in isolated form (meaning not in fruits or vegetables). If you eat organic fresh corn, it should be fine – just remember to count it as a carb.

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