This document provides tips and guidelines for maintaining energy levels throughout the day, especially when travelling or commuting. It recommends planning meals and snacks in advance, being prepared with food, and eating regularly to keep blood sugar levels stable. The guidelines suggest aiming for 45 or 60-70 Glycemic Load (GL) per day to support weight loss or maintenance. It lists common foods and their GL values, and provides foundations for a low GL diet like keeping food diaries and choosing less processed options.
3. When Commuting
Similar to travelling
Be prepared for delays may result in later meals
emergency snacks
What is your routine?
What and when will you eat breakfast? At home? On
the move? On arrival at work?
What will you choose to eat and drink on your
journey home?
6. 端 Get organised & plan your food
端 Keep your food diaries
端 Stick to 45GLs per day
端 Plate Balance
端 Protein with meals and snacks
端 Eat less processed / refined food
端 Eat 2 low GL snacks between meals (if required)
端 Drink more water
Low GL Foundations