The Glucose Revolution is a nutritional approach that aims to stabilize blood sugar (glycemia) to improve energy, reduce cravings, maintain metabolic health, and limit the impact of sugar on the body.
It is based on a simple but essential principle: better understanding the impact of food on our blood sugar levels , and making more informed choices on a daily basis.
A method born in the 1990s
Initially developed by a group of Australian nutrition experts, the Glucose Revolution was popularized by an eponymous book published in 1999.
But it is recently, with the work of Jessie Inchauspé (alias @glucosegoddess), a French biochemist, that the method has been brought back to the forefront in a more accessible, more visual version, based on concrete experiments.
The Basics: Understanding the Glycemic Index (GI)
The glycemic index (GI) measures a food's ability to raise blood sugar levels .
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High GI → sugar spike → insulin spike → fatigue, cravings, storage
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A low GI → slow diffusion of glucose → stable energy
The Glucose Revolution encourages you to favor foods with a low or moderate GI , such as:
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Legumes (lentils, chickpeas)
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Whole grains
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Whole fruits
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Nuts and seeds
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Green vegetables and sweet roots
And to limit (without prohibiting) foods with a high GI:
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Sweets, sodas, pastries
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White bread, white rice, overcooked potatoes
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Fruit juices, processed cereals
The art of eating better (without frustration)
The Glucose Revolution does not offer a strict diet but an intelligent recomposition of meals .
In particular, it recommends:
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Eat foods in the right order : fiber → protein → carbohydrates
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Add healthy fats and fiber to lower glycemic impact
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To combine carbohydrates with a source of protein and lipids
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Avoid peaks at the start of the day (no more ultra-sweet breakfasts)
Moving, a pillar in its own right
Physical activity is a fundamental complement. It:
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Improves insulin sensitivity
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Helps regulate post-meal blood sugar levels
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Promotes the burning of glucose by the muscles
A 30-minute walk after a meal, or regular gentle activity (yoga, cycling, swimming, etc.), is enough to make a difference.
What benefits can you expect?
Stable blood sugar levels are:
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Less fatigue after meals
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Fewer sugar cravings
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More constant energy
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A better mood
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Less chronic inflammation
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A positive impact on weight, sleep and metabolic health
The method is particularly suitable for prevention or support of:
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Type 2 diabetes
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
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Overweight
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Premenstrual syndrome
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Chronic inflammation
In summary
The Glucose Revolution isn't a fad. It's a wake-up call and a return to balance :
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Learn more about the effect of food on your body
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Reduce blood sugar spikes
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Recompose your plates intelligently
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And use simple gestures to take care of yourself, sustainably