Franco Cavaleri tackles a common smoothie worry: does blending fruit make the sugar too unhealthy? He explains the difference between glycemic index (how fast sugar spikes your blood) and glycemic load (the overall impact of a food).
Here's the takeaway:
• Blending fruit DOES raise its glycemic index, but that's not the whole story.
•Adding protein, healthy fats (think avocado, nuts, seeds), and fiber to your smoothie lowers the overall glycemic impact.
•This means you get the nutrients from the fruit without the major blood sugar rollercoaster.
Bottom line: Smoothies can absolutely be part of a healthy diet! Focus on making them balanced for the best results.
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