Modern diets converging: the move to low GI/GR diets

Abstract

Purpose

An abundance of diets advocating various different ways of losing weight have been covered in the media. This article aims to examine the latest trends and to look at how the nutrition message needs to be incorporated for effective and healthy weight management.

Design/methodology/approach

The approach taken is to summarise the current diets trends and their nutritional profile.

Findings

The issue of carbohydrates is a current hot topic with UK consumers. The Atkins diet started the current interest in the health properties of carbohydrates. This concept has evolved and led to a strong focus on the type of carbohydrate and its effect on blood glucose levels (glycaemic index, glycaemic response and glycaemic load).

Originality/value

This review offers an evaluation on the benefits and limitations of the glycaemic concept from an Australian health professional's viewpoint.

Citation

Landon, S. (2005), "Modern diets converging: the move to low GI/GR diets", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 35 No. 5, pp. 320-323. https://doi.org/10.1108/00346650510625511