A damaged disc in the lower lumbar region may cause sacrum pain as it compresses the spinal nerves. A bulging or herniated disc is often the result of too much sitting with associated poor posture. Improving posture and relieving pressure on the disc will facilitate healing.
In contrast, vegetarian protein sources that contain carbohydrates have a moderate glycemic index and should be consumed in moderate amounts; these include legumes, soy beans, soy milk, tempeh, vegetable burgers, nonfat milk and nonfat plain yogurt without added sugar. 5. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day. 6.
Low glycemic foods include sourdough bread, steel-cut oats, barley, quinoa, whole grain pasta, sweet potatoes, plain yogurt and most fruits. High glycemic index foods, such as white bread, most breakfast cereals, potatoes, white rice and baked goods, should be avoided to keep your GI low.