When we think of the word “pastry,” we often imagine desserts high in sugar and calories. But the good news is that it is entirely possible to enjoy yourself while respecting your nutritional balance thanks to pastries with a low Glycemic Index (GI).
At Oh Oui!, it's our mission: to offer you sweet treats that combine pleasure and health! Discover in this article how to choose a pastry that is both healthy and delicious.
Why choose low GI pastries?
Opting for a low GI pastry means, above all, choosing a dessert that does not cause blood sugar spikes.
Here are the benefits of a low glycemic index diet:
- Blood sugar control : Low GI foods release their energy slowly, avoiding sudden swings in blood sugar levels.
- Sustainable energy: thanks to more gradual digestion, you benefit from a continuous energy supply.
- Better weight management: By avoiding blood sugar spikes, you limit hunger and sugar cravings, making it easier to control weight.
- Guilt-free pleasure: you can enjoy a pastry while taking care of your health. Treating yourself has never been easier!
Understanding the Glycemic Index 🤔
The glycemic index (GI) is a measurement that indicates how quickly carbohydrates in a food are absorbed and raise blood sugar levels. A high GI (above 70) means a rapid rise in blood sugar, while a low GI (less than 55) indicates a slower absorption, which is beneficial for maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Our pastries always have a GI below 25, guaranteeing you sweet pleasures without the disadvantages of glycemic peaks.
How is the GI of our pastries calculated? 🧪
Before being included in our range, each pastry undergoes rigorous testing in an independent laboratory. These tests, carried out in vitro, simulate human digestion using enzymatic solutions that reproduce the passage of food through the stomach and intestine. Through this process, we measure the release of quickly and slowly digested carbohydrates, to ensure a low and stable GI. ( Learn more about the calculation of our pastries )
Quality ingredients
The secret to low GI pastries lies in the choice of ingredients.
Here’s what you’ll find in our recipes:
- Alternative sugars : We replace refined sugar with low GI options, such as grape sugar (GI 21), coconut sugar (GI 35-55) or agave syrup (GI 15). These alternatives allow us to sweeten our desserts while maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
- Fiber to slow absorption : Fiber is essential for slowing digestion and limiting blood sugar spikes. We build our recipes with natural fibers, such as oat bran and chicory fiber. These ingredients not only lower the GI of baked goods, but also provide delicious texture and taste.
- Alternative flours : instead of white flour, we use low GI flours such as chickpea flour (GI 35) or wholemeal flour (GI 45) or oat bran (GI 15). They not only provide extra fibre, but also a wealth of nutrients.
- Quality eggs : to guarantee the nutritional quality of our pastries, we exclusively use eggs from free-range hens. The breeding conditions directly influence the quality of the eggs. ( We have written an article on this subject )
Enjoy without guilt! 😋
By choosing to include low GI pastries in your daily life, you combine pleasure, indulgence and well-being. Whether you are concerned about your blood sugar, want to lose weight or simply adopt a healthier diet, Oh Oui! low GI pastries allow you to enjoy yourself without compromise.
To learn more about the benefits of a Low Glycemic Index diet, please read our dedicated article: Why and how to eat low GI?
So, are you ready to indulge in a healthy treat? 😉
The Oh Oui ! Team
