NN+High+Carb+Diet+Notes

CONNECTION TO CANCER
 * the increased levels of insulin is related to increasing levels of the hormone estrogen, and estrogen has been linked to breast cancer
 * can increase risk of many cancers. (more for the refined carbohydrates)

DIABETES
 * carbs from plants and vegetable juice can help some people control their diabetes

BENEFITS
 * The most effective diet for weight loss and cardiovascular health is a high carbohydrate plan based on low glycaemic index (GI) foods, especially for women.
 * generally people have a low BMI
 * can reduce hunger for 5 to 6 hours
 * reduces cravings for sugars and breads

HEART DISEASE
 * can increase risk of heart disease