Barley for a carb source?

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DEANOXHEMI

New member

• Nov 9, 2004

• #1

Hey guys,
i was wondering what all of your thoughts were on using Barley for a carb source. It has one of the lowest GIs available. It is pretty bland but if you spice it up it can be pretty good.

DEANOXHEMI

 

ChuckaZulu

MuscleChemistry Registered Member

• Nov 9, 2004

• #2

bump for someone that knows

 

MMX2

New member

• Nov 9, 2004

• #3

I think that would be a good substitutable carb for oatmeal- the have similar GI's (sweet potatoes have a lower GI), but since it really doesn't sounds palatable most opt for oatmeal instead.

 

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DEANOXHEMI

New member

• Nov 9, 2004

• #4

I am not saying you are wrong but the site that i found said that a sweet potatoe has a GI of about 48 and the barley at 22-29. Is this right or is the site wrong, i am really not sure.

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DEANOXHEMI

New member

• Nov 9, 2004

• #5

Either way i am probably going to opt for the sweet potatoe because Barley takes FOREVER to cook.

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da_Fonz

Banana

• Nov 9, 2004

• #6

sweet potatoes also have alot of anitoxidants which is extremely helpful for the body since it helps to aid against free radical damage which takes place after exercise.

 

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da_Fonz

Banana

• Nov 9, 2004

• #7

Wheat germ could also be substituted for oatmeal if ya wanted.