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The World of Ctrl-G

Ctrl-G, from the aegis of Foodvisor, brings in a range of food products with low Glycemic Index. While we bring to you Rice, we will soon be sprucing up our offerings with diverse varieties of grains and pulses that can be grown on a farm and need to be an essential part of a balanced, healthy diet. That is, from Rice to Cereals to Pulses.

Our Rice Bag

Rice is one of the most consumed staple-foods in most Asian countries. There are many varieties of rice that exist – distinguished on the basis of length and shape, texture, colour, and even aroma. Foodvisor brings diverse varieties of White Rice with each ushering in a set of benefits. One can choose depending on their palette and choice.

Why Ctrl-G Rice!

Let’s start with the basics. Most varieties of Rice may trigger illnesses like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases that can be owed to high levels of Glycemic Index (GI). Foodvisor brings Ctrl-G Rice that’s a healthier option, as it minimizes the harmful implications of rice without compromising on taste, structure, aroma and colour.

Other Benefits of Ctrl-G’s Low Glycemic Index (GI) Rice:

When you replace your regular rice containing high GI, with Ctrl-G Rice, you can alleviate the negative impact of rice with high GI, and also enjoy the staple food that has been a part of your diet for several years. Here’s how Ctrl-G low GI rice can help.

Promotes healthy heart:

Intake of low GI foods increase the amount of good HDL cholesterol in the bloodstream, thus promoting heart health and preventing heart-related ailments.

Maintains weight:

As glucose levels increase in the body, to compensate for that, the body increases the amount of insulin that transfers glucose to fat stores. Prolonged increase in glucose levels can lead to weight-gain and make cells insulin-resistant. By adopting a low-GI diet, the harmful effects of sustained increase in glucose levels can be prevented, keeping a check on weight-gain. prevented as food with low GI can increase satiety and promote weight loss.

Benefits skin:

Many types of skin disorders, such as acanthosis nigricans and necrobiosis lipoidica, are related to diabetes. Chronic inflammation caused by high glucose levels is the reason for such skin conditions. High GI foods may trigger and alter the collagen structure and worsen skin conditions. By opting for low GI foods, glucose levels can be controlled and skin, protected.

Boosts immune system:

Good immunity comes from good gastrointestinal health. High sugar levels can interfere with the functioning of the digestive system and lower immunity. Foods with low GI have good levels of resistant-starch, which helps improve digestion and in upkeep of gastrointestinal health, and thus, better immunity.

Improved cholesterol levels:

Studies have shown that shifting to a Low GI diet results in a reduction in total cholesterol by 9.6% and LDL (bad) cholesterol by 8.6%. LDL cholesterol is known to cause heart disease and stroke.

Can reduce cancer risk:

Studies have suggested that those consuming a high GI diet are more likely to develop certain types of cancer, including endometrial, colorectal, and breast cancer, vis-à-vis those compared to on low GI diets.

Better blood sugar and insulin control:

The American Diabetes Association opines that low-glycemic foods with high fiber and nutrition can be part of an overall healthy diet. Low-glycemic foods manage blood-sugar levels and decrease the need for insulin.

Enhances mental sharpness:

Low GI food effects better cognitive performance in humans. Low GI food helps improve working memory, auditory attention and other cognitive functions.