Review of The Good Carb Cookbook: Secrets of Eating Low on the Glycemic Index (Paperback)

One previous reviewer criticaly wrote that this is not a "low carb" cookbook. It should be noted that it does not pretend to be one. It is about lowering "bad" carbs while allowing "good" carbs. The books subtitle is "Secrets of Eating Low on the Glycemic Index", and it does an outstanding job of explaining the nutritional logic for doing so. I lost 43 pounds and achieved a BMI of 22.4 using this principle as espoused in "The South Beach Diet", but I was becomming bored with the limited recipes in that book. Then, "The Good Carb Cookbook" to the rescue. This book greatly enhanced my understanding of good carbs/bad carbs and provided recipes and wisdom for eating out that will allow me to keep the weight off while enjoying tasty and nutritious food. The recipes that I have tried so far are wonderfull tasting and easy to make. They utilize normal foods along with spices that the average person probably already has in the cupboard. There are many studies out now indicating that few people can stick with true low carb diets for the long term. This book reveals that one can enjoy health and weight benifits by eliminating "bad" carbs without trying to eleminate all carbs. I highly rcomend this book, this approach to weight and nutrition, and these recipes.



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Review of Lauri's Low-Carb Cookbook: Rapid Weight Loss with Satisfying Meals! (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

Without going into too many details, let me just say that THIS COOKBOOK is the only reason my wife and I are still on the Atkins diet. We bought four cookbooks (all highly recommended), only to find that, while providingtasty recipes, three of the cookbooks asked for all manner of"fancy" ingredients. Stuff not normally found in our"average" kitchen. Expensive stuff. And many of the recipesweren't quite as low-carb as we had hoped (20g for one serving?).
Lauri'scookbook took care of those problems. I think the only "fancy"ingredients we had problems with were Kitchen Bouquet (it was in the gravysection at the store) and shallots (never had one before). The rest is justplain, everyday ingredients. And low-carb? All of her recipes list thenutritional information right there. It's nice to eat a large, tasty dinnerwith only 2.3g per serving! Most of the recipes are below 10g, and many arebelow 5g. Serving size is very generous.
I consider this book to be thebest diet/way-of-eating investment I've made so far. This cookbook is justtoo good to pass up.

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Over 230 delicious recipes and each are less than 10 grams carbohydrates per serving!Lauri's Low-Carb Cookbook contains a large variety of cooking styles with both easy recipes and those that cater to a gourmet.
This wonderful collection of recipes will be your constantcompanion in the kitchen to support your low-carb diet.These recipeswere designed specifically for the Dr. Atkins' diet, yet they aregreat for any type of low-carb diet including, Protein Power, SugarBusters, the Carbohydrate Addict's Diet, etc.
The first edition of Lauri's Low-Carb Cookbook was a limited edition to test the market demand for such a cookbook.Due to its overwhelming success and some great suggestions from readers, Lauri has completely revised the cookbook, including a new easy-to-read recipe format, correcting typographical errors, many new recipes, additional nutritional information, a new paperback binding which lays , and so on.
More than 50 new recipes have been added including a section of Vegetarian Main Dishes.The "Helpful Hints" section has also been expanded, responding to frequently asked questions to the author from dieters new to the low-carb program.A section on Menu Planning & Shopping List has also been added.
Each recipe now includes a per serving analysis of calories, fat and protein, in addition to the grams of carbohydrates.Although this supplementary nutritional information is not necessary for those on the Dr. Atkins' Diet, it could be useful for those on the many other variations of a low-carb diet.The calculations for the nutritional analysis are based on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) publications with some additional information obtained from food manufacturers.
Benefits of a Low-Carb Diet & Life-Style:
1. Rapid Weight Loss
2. More Energy
3. No Hunger
4. Satisfying Meals
5. Lower Cholesterol
6. Healthier Heart

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Review of The Type II Diabetes Diet Book (Paperback)

My blood sugar was averaging 150-180 and my doctor told me he was going to put me on pills.I found out about this book and it has changed my life.In 1 month I've lost 28 lbs and my blood sugar now runs 90-126 anddecreasing.Best part - I'm NEVER hungry.The book answers so manyquestions as to why we are unhealthy, and provides a detailed roadmap toput our health back on track.It isn't difficult, and the results areimmediate.

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Proved to be remarkably effective for both Type II diabetics and nondiabetic people with chronic weight problems, the Insulin Control Diet--based on low-carbohydrate and low-caloric intake--allows patients to decrease insulin production and convert stored fat into fuel.In this new edition, Dr. Calvin Ezrin provides updated ADA recommendations and a complete section of revised recipes and meal plans.

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Review of Secrets of Good Carb / Low Carb Living (Paperback)

I have most of Sandra Woodruff's books and I haven't found a bad recipe yet.This book is no exception.The California Club Wraps are to die for.They were so good that I made them several days in a row.I also tried the Chipotle Black Bean Chili, which was excellent.My husband is a picky eater and generally hates diet food, but he loves everything I've made from Sandra Woodruff cookbooks.I frequently serve her recipes to company and no one can guess they're low-fat and healthy.This particular book also has lots of common-sense advice on doing a low-carb diet and offers two versions, one for a quick start and another for a diet with more carbs.Both give two weeks of menus.

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From the top-selling author of The Good Carb Cookbook comes a comprehensive and motivating guide to the good-carb lifestyle.

Lately, low-carb diets have been all the rage, but until recently little scientific research has been available regarding their effectiveness and potential health consequences. Now, studies are proving that low-carb diets do work and, contrary to popular belief, they don't pose health risks-if they are done right. But with so many diets to choose from, it is hard for many people to find a program that is realistic for their lifestyle and to which they can adhere.

Nationally recognized nutritionist Sandra Woodruff demystifies the process and explains how anyone can tailor a low-carb plan to their individual needs to achieve long-term weight loss. She provides hundreds of delicious recipes, innovative menu plans, instructive cooking tips, and helpful advice for eating out. The healthy eating plan in Secrets of Good-Carb/Low-Carb Living includes lean proteins, healthy fats, and good carbs to not only lose weight but also to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels and help correct metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance. Now anyone can get better results from their low-carb diet or formulate a new eating plan specifically for their needs. With Sandra Woodruff, low-carb living never tasted so good!

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Review of American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook, Second Edition: A Complete Guide to Reducing Sodium and Fat in Your Diet (Paperback)

This is a low-fat cookbook with the words "low-fat" crossed out and "low-salt" written in in crayon.I need a low-sodium diet because of inner ear problems and I was very disappointed with this book. Consider, for example, these two recipes: "Chicken Enchiladas,"p.112 and "Spinach Lasagna," p 142.The former has 684 mg sodiumper 2-enchilada serving and the latter has 594 mg per serving.Sorry,folks, but this ain't "low-salt."The book does have manylow-salt recipes, but the real focus is low-fat.The authors useconsiderably more space discussing low-fat issues than low-sodium issuesand precious little of the latter.Since you're not going to eatenchiladas and lasagna every night (I hope not!), the average amount ofsodium intake over, say, a week would be lower using these recipes.Thisis fine if your focus is to take good care of your heart, but if you'relike me and you're sensitive to bursts of sodium into your system, thisbook doesn't cut it.

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America's most trusted authority on heart-healthy eating presents its classic low-salt cookbook, revised and expanded with 50 brand-new recipes.

Millions of health-conscious Americans want to reduce their sodium intake, and the American Heart Association offers a delicious way to do just that. Encompassing everything from appetizers and soups to entrées and desserts, the American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook, Second Edition, is a wonderful collection of more than 200 scrumptious low-salt - and, of course, low-fat - recipes.

Whether you're in the mood for a revised classic or an up-to-the-minute future favorite, you'll find just the thing to please your palate. The latest dietary information and tips on substituting ingredients, avoiding hidden sodium, and dining out will help you stick to your low-sodium way of eating - and enjoy it.

If you're one of the 50 million Americans with high blood pressure or one of nearly 5 million who suffer from congestive heart failure, reducing the sodium in your diet and controlling your body weight are two of the best things you can do to help manage these conditions. A must-have for sodium-watchers, this book shows you how to accomplish your goals without sacrificingstyle or flavor.


From the Hardcover edition.

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Review of Low-carb Ideas : Good Food2 (Paperback)

This book is so great. It offered many different ideas to begin my low carb diet. I'm not a creative person in the kitchen, so it's hard for me to come up with creative eating choices. This book gave me easy & quick ideas to ideas that had a little more to them, but still easy enough to make. Everything I've tried so far has been great. I LOVE the low-carb chocolate mousse with strawberries. It's enough to get you over your sweet craving.

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Please note that this book is entitled, "Low-carb Ideas - Good Food2." "Ideas" is the key here. There are some things I have written that give "ideas" and are not meant to be exact recipes. I have enjoyed hearing about what several readers have come up with as a result too. There are also some recipes that give you credit for having decision making skills enough to determine if you want to put more salt than pepper or how many pepperonis you might want on your crustless pizza, etc.
The "ideas" in my books are very simple to follow and will surprise you with the great end-result. I've even had a few single guys write and say how they impressed their dates they had over for dinner. Some of those have been fun to read! One lady said she had lost 50 pounds by getting help from using "2." Another has written to say she has never found a cookbook she wanted to try more than just a couple of the recipes or laughed that much while reading it. Another reader said my recipes are just how they cook around their home and asked for another copy for a friend. That happens a lot. This book also contains numerous recipes that give exact measurements. I also give out my e-mail address so you can ask me any questions about any of the recipes. (ideasbyme@aol.com)I have gotten so many wonderful comments and requests for more that I have written "Low-carb Ideas - Good Food3" that should be out very shortly. It will have over 250 more ideas.I also have a REGISTERED DIETITIAN do all of the carb counts for the entire recipe. You can divide what portion you wish to eat to determine your carb intake. My book varies on ideas too to let you determine what carb-intake you can have on a particluar day. Some things like the use of "Cool Whip" may seem odd at first until you divide the portion and realize you had a fabulous treat for around 5 carb grams! I want to thank all of you who have written me and thanked me for authoring this book. Your comments make it all worthwhile. I know those with kind comments ususally don't take the time to post reviews, etc. but even so, your e-mailing me directly has kept me going. With "3" out shortly, I have now started work on "4" with over 100 new recipes already that are piling up to be published. I also appreciate those of you who have sent me a few ideas or inspirations for recipes. Thanks for everything and keep in touch! God Bless!Donna

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Review of Low-Carb Ideas: Good Food 3 (Paperback)

I enjoyed"Low-carb Ideas - Good Food2" so much I had to buy "3." I'm so glad I did! I have enjoyed the cheesecake and all the fast and easysoups the most. The soups gave me quick lunches that took about five minutes or even less for some from start to finish. Very low-carb and in some cases less then 1 gram for the whole thing. This has helped me stay on my diet because I can have time to figured out an evening meal, but lunch gets old if I only eat meat and cheese. Then did I mention cheesecake? Enough said.

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"Low-carb Ideas - Good Food3," like "2," has simple recipesand ideas for those who want to monitor their carbohydrate intake. Allthe recipes in the books have had the carb count calculated by aregistered dietitian."3" has 250 recipes that are different fromthose found in "2." The recipes are very easy to prepare and deliciousto eat!
The book has the "ideas" stated in very simple terms with a relaxed style and a bit of "humor." Many readers have written that they not only enjoyed the recipes but the read as well.
"Low-carb Ideas - Good Food3" has a few reader "ideas" given and encourages reader input or questions directed by e-mail, to ideasbyme@aol.com.

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Review of The Carbohydrate Addict's No-Cravings Cookbook (Hardcover)

I was a little reluctant to purchase yet another low carb cookbook when I happened upon this one while browsing.I picked it up, looked through it, put it back, moved on and came back to it later.Am I ever glad I did!This book is the best low carb cookbook that I've ever owned, bar none, and I own quite a selection.I was pleasantly surprised to see that the recipes are "new" (you won't find a single cheesecake recipe), and that the ingredients could be purchased in any local grocery store. The format is enjoyable to simply read, for those cookbook lovers like myself who can spend an evening reading recipes!All recipes I have tried thus far have been very good; I wouldn't think twice about making them for guests as well.

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Low-carb diets have transformed the way America eats, but staying on them presents two common challenges-cravings and boredom.Drs. Rachael and Richard Heller, known for over twenty years as the Carbohydrate Addict's doctors, have helped millions of people achieve weight-loss success in their low-carb diets.Now, developing two hundred exciting, all-new recipes, they present a one-of-a-kind cookbook that asks readers specifically what they're hungry for. Organized by thorough lists of longings, from hot and spicy to cool and refreshing, The Carbohydrate Addict's No Cravings Cookbook emphasizes on-the-spot satisfaction that will reinvigorate every low-carb dieter on any program.
Each of these selections is truly low-carb, with six grams of carbohydrates or less per serving, and none of the recipes require special low-carb brand food, obscure ingredients, or sugar substitutes.Desperate for a real Italian dinner? Try Chicken Parmesan Romana. Hankering for heat? Flaming Shrimp Portobello is fiery and delicious. Craving crunch? Crisp and Crackly Cheese Crackers provide the right snap.
Keeping readers motivated, the recipes in The Carbohydrate Addict's No Cravings Cookbook address individual palates in an energizing new way. This is the ultimate cookbook for winning the fight against carbohydrate temptation, reaching and maintaining your ideal weight, and reviving the pure pleasure of eating.

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Review of 5 Square Low-Carb Meals: The 20-Day Makeover Plan with Delicious Recipes for Fast, Healthy Weight Loss and High Energy (Hardcover)

I purchased Monica Lynn's book to help me create healthy meals for myself and my husband. I was surprised at how easy Monica's meals are to create. I have lost 8 pounds and my husband has lost 17 pounds in 3 weeks!I am so thrilled!I have bought a ton of diet books over the years and I must say - this one works with ease. The recipes are so simple - I double them to save myself time with cooking.Lynn suggests saving the leftovers for the next days meals and portioning them out - brilliant.It is never easy to change ones eating habits and I must say - I rebelled at first...thankfully my husband is one of those people that get really focused and he motivated me to stay on track.I had sugar withdrawals the first 2 days as Lynn said I would...thankfully by day three I felt leaner and had more energy than I have had in years.This book is a no-brainer.

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"Eat more, eat clean" for fast, healthy weight loss and high energy!
Have you been looking for a healthy way to eat, without all the hassle of counting calories, calculating percentages, cutting out the foods you love, or regaining the weight? If so, Monica Lynn, founder and CEO of 5 squares#153;, offers the perfect plan to change how you eat -- and to change your life. 5 squares delivers five healthy, balanced meals -- or "squares" -- to clients each day. Now, you too can make the meals that have helped thousands of happy customers -- including members of the Yankees, Mets, and Rangers -- lose weight and increase their energy. Lynn's philosophy is simple: "Eat more, eat clean, and plan ahead." Eating five satisfying but smaller meals a day helps to keep your metabolism running smoothly and continuously, rather than shocking your system with a load of calories from larger meals. Developed especially for your kitchen and based on tried-and-true nutritional information, 5 Square Low-Carb Meals eliminates "empty calorie" foods that contain wheat and sugar in favor of those that help build lean muscle mass. The result: Your extra pounds will drop off safely and easily, and your energy will increase by leaps and bounds!
In 5 Square Low-Carb Meals, Lynn takes the guesswork out of healthful eating with twenty days' worth of easy-to-use recipes packed with flavor. Divided into five parts -- one for each "square" or meal -- the book provides a host of delicious options for your breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, mid-afternoon snack, and dinner. The combination of carbs, fat, and protein has already been calculated to create a healthy balance, so you can use the sample menus provided, or simply mix and match your own daily five squares according to the recipes and foods you like best.
Lynn also provides food diaries for charting your progress; information on how to create your own balanced recipes; and tips on dining out while on the plan, setting exercise goals, and staying on track long after you#146;ve completed the first twenty days.
Looking and feeling great are within your reach. 5 Square Low-Carb Meals gives you all the tools you need to change your lifestyle for the better, for good.

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Review of Cooking for Harry: A Low-Carbohydrate Novel (Hardcover)

I picked up this book after finishing a thriller, merely looking to read something easy and soothing after a never-ending story. Next time I will be more careful.
The repeated mentions of various food and drinks made me hungry. That was fine as they also presented ideas for scrumptious dinners. The whole story, though, was banal.
I missed it completely that it was titled a "low-carbohydrate" novel. Popular diets especially that stress on low-carb meaning plenty of protein are not my preference. In fact, not one diet regime can be categorized as my favorite.
Consuming food moderately is the best policy but apparently Harry, the troubled main character had a problem doing just that. A lot of people might share his dilemma. A few families might be experiencing the same quandary dealing with obesity. Some individuals might empathize with the family's difficulty. Many spouses might identify with the marriage mess.
Not me; not yet maybe.




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Review of Dr. Atkin's Diet Revolution (Mass Market Paperback)

My wife and myself both started the Atkins program in Sept of 99.Now Dec 99 and we both have lost inches and at least 25 pounds each.We even cheat on weekends.If there is a special event going on, like Thanksgiving, wedidn't miss a thing.We enjoyed any food we wanted and then went back to amaintences program the following week.This past week was my ten yearsolds birthday and I enjoyed cake and icecream like everyone else.But Iknow that on Monday I must go back to a maintences program and it works.Itruely believe if I didn't cheat at all, I would have lost a lot moreweight, but I didn't gain it over night, so I don't expect to lose it overnight.It's a great program, don't give up before you've started!



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Review of Atkins for Life: The Complete Controlled Carb Program for Permanent Weight Loss (Mass Market Paperback)

As many people know, losing weight is often times easier than keeping it off. Atkins addresses this issue in his latest book, "Atkins For Life".
The book "Atkins for Life" is an excellent resource book. It is filled with practical advice and tips on how to make your low carbohydrate weight loss a permanent success.
Over the years Atkins name has been maligned and sneered at as he pioneered the idea that its not the fat in our diet that makes us fat its the excessive amounts of carbohydrates we have been consuming. The low fat diet was presented to Americans as the best way and the healthiest way to lose weight. However, recent researchhas revealed the low fat diet to be a miserable failure. As the fat has been taken out of the diet carbohydrates have been added in their place and many Americans have become obese and unhealthy. Dr. Atkin's proposal that eating less carbs can lead to weight loss and better health has been vindicated.
The Atkins weight loss method is a 4 step approach. Phase 1 INDUCTION is where you limit your carbs to 20 grams per day to jump start your weight loss program. Phase 2 OWL or ONGOING WEIGHT LOSS allows you to slowly add back carbs until you discover the amount of carbs you can eat and still lose weight.
Phase 3 PRE-MAINTENANCE has you slow your weight loss by adding in more carbs so good eating habits become ingrained. And in Phase 4 LIFETIME MAINTENANCE you learn to enjoy a wider variety of foods and maintain your weight loss. This book "Atkins for Life" discusses each of the phases but is mainly concerned with Phase 4 LIFETIME MAINTENANCE.
You can learn what to do to lose weight with this book, but for in depth information, you would be better off selecting "Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution".
This book covers in great detail how to maintain the weight you have lost. Part One: A Lifetime Plan recaps the Atkins program. It includes information on the diet, the effect on your body, putting it into practice and how to benefit from exercise. Part Two: Eating for Life teaches you how to get your kitchen in order, and gives thirty meal plans with carb counts. It includes twenty meal plans for special occasions. 125 recipes for success are also given.
YES you can eat carbohydrates. You can have bread, cake and pizza or even wine. The key of course is knowing how many carbohydrates your body can handle each day without gaining weight. And using techniques to get the most bang from your carbohydrate buck. These techniques are taught in the book. For example if you crave bread Atkins has several pages of information to help you make the best selection. Breads are ranked on their ability to effect your insulin levels. There are also tips on how to enjoy bread without overdoing it such as eating the crust only. Atkins shares techniques like this for a variety of foods.
Comfort foods are a big issue for many. Atkins tells you what to choose or what to substitute. Eating out is another area covered. Best choices at different restaurants is given in detail. Atkins also includes mental tips to help you avoid backsliding.
Key to the book is the detailed menu plans given for 4 ranges of carb levels at 45g, 60g, 80g and 100g . Just adjust up or down so you are at your level (which you learn from his diet).Meal plans are simple and include snacks.A sample day for a 60 g plan would include 1 slice lemon zucchini bread, with an egg and ricotta cheese for breakfast. Meat loaf with whole-grain bread and salad for lunch.
Jerk shrimp with pasta or collard greens for dinner and 1/2 cup of cantaloupe for a snack. Carb counts are given so you can substitute as desired.
Crab Deviled Eggs, Cherry Muffins, Mixed Berry Shortcakes, Pinwheel Cookies, Roasted Chicken and Feta Cheese Wrap, Chocolate Souffle and Southwestern Style Pork Fajitas are among the 125 recipes. Recipes include nutritional information, but are not pictured.
The 370 page book also includes self tests and quizzes to help you stay on task. My favorite part of "Atkins For Life" has to be the success stories. There are a number of remarkable stories in the book with black and white photos included! Very inspiring!
The book "Atkins For Life" makes living a low carb life in our high carb worldeasier and enjoyable! I highly recommend it!



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Review of GO-Diet, The Goldberg-O'Mara Diet Plan (Paperback)

I have every book on low-carb diets that has been printed, but this onemakes the most sense.After another low-carb attempt my cholestrol, etc.tests showed increases. Scary, very scary to me. This diet raises themonounsatured fat, lowers carbohydrates, increases fiber and isnutritionally balanced with normal protein levels.(Just as the coverstates.)The weight is coming off, as with other low-carb attempts, butthe blood test numbers are better and that is what we all aim for, right? The most encouraging part for me is that the Go-Diet is wellbalanced....you can live with it for a lifetime, even with an occasional"slip".I should have read this book first.I would have saveda lot of money and wasted time. Written by intelligent and compassionateprofessionals.

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Over 54% of the adult U.S. population are overweight or obese. The GO-Diet is a high monounsaturated fat, very low carbohydrate, normal protein diet plan which ensures safe weight loss without calorie restriction or muscle wasting while promoting heart healthy foods. The book is based on the research program conducted at a mojor Chicago community hospital to test it's efficacy. It is divided into 10 chapters giving the reader the background knowledge to understand why other diet programs fail, details about the diet, shopping and cooking guidelines and a variety of tasty recipes to get the reader started on a new way of life. The chapters on the scientific basis of the diet examine why the current conventional dietary advice advocating low fat and high carbohydrate diets are doomed to failure and indeed may be the cause of our current epidemic of overweight and obesity because they do not address the underlying hyperinsulinemia which may central to the development! of obesity.The GO-Diet stands on four legs. 1. Very low carbohydrate intake.2. High monounsaturated fat intake.3. Daily consumption of live culture fermented milk products.4. High dietary fiber consumption.This combination promises to give the reader abundant energy while promoting a health immune system. This leads to a healthier slimmer life. The mantra of the book is "Nothing tastes like slim feels".

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Review of The Low Carb Bartender: Carb Counts For Beer, Wine, Mixed Drinks, And More (Paperback)

Bob Skilniks' book includes all the info you'll ever need for drinking low-carb.After being on a low carb diet for over a year there is finally a book that specifically tells you the carb count in the all the beers, alcohols, wines, liqueurs, etc. from A-Z.

The book also includes recipes for lc simple syrup, irish cream, etc. as well as many mixed drink recipes.

A lot of time and research went into this book and it's definitely worth its low price. I am so pleased with the book that I ordered four more for Christmas gifts.

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Myth: Beer is lower in carbohydrates than vodka or tequila.Fact: 1 ounce of tequila has less than 1 carb, and certain vodkas have 0 carbs.
Myth: Drinking alcohol on a low-carb diet is a no-no.Fact: The Low-Carb Bartender provides carb-smart choices so you can enjoy a drink without stalling your weight loss.
Have you become a teetotaler since you've curbed your carb intake? The Low-Carb Bartender is here to help you join the party and enjoy alcohol again!
This unique book gives you the complete carb counts of hundreds of drinks-from beer to wine to liquor. Perfect for holiday bashes, family gatherings, Super Bowl parties, or the casual after-work cocktail, The Low-Carb Bartender helps you keep the weight off-and have fun, too!
Features:

Carb counts for more than 1,000 brand name beers

Carb counts for more than 400 brand name wines

200 tasty low-carb drink recipes, including vodka, tequila, rum, and more!

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Review of More splendid low-carbing: Another splendid guide for low-carbing [UNABRIDGED] (Perfect Paperback)

If you loved Splendid Low-Carbing, then this book simply continues on with that theme with even more recipes for your healthy low-carb lifestyle. Included in this book are specific recipes for Dr. Atkins' fat fast for those who are especially resistant to a standard low-carb plan. You get soups, salads, meats, and desserts galore all designed to help you stay on your low-carb lifestyle for good!



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Review of Better Than Atkins: The Hormone Diet, the Only Sound Weight Loss Solution (Paperback)

My friend recommended this book highly and she recommended a great new beverage that replaced my morning cup of joe.Caffeine made me too jittery so I switched to a soy-based coffee that taste simply amazing. When I use my percolator it comes out with a rich, full bodied taste. Search under "S oyfee" on google to find it.

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This book deals with a hormone diet that provides a healthier and more permanent alternative to Atkins for healthy weight and hormone balance.

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Review of The Low-Carb Baking and Dessert Cookbook (Paperback)

I love the recipes I have tried. My favorites are Pecan Toffee Crunch, which are just like candied pecans but low in carbs. So often foods that are low in carbs often are even lower in flavor. Another delicious recipe is the Nutty Hi-Pro Mini Bars. These are moist and so creamy......they are worth the price of the cookbook. Try the crepes...you will not be disappointed. Another delicious recipe is the Meringue Shells....made withoutsugar and yet are fantastic. Another recipe I love is the Shortbread Cookies. They are soft and yummy.The Sandy Pecan Balls are comparable to Russian Teacakes and are as delicious.
Some great bread recipes are the Date bread, olive and Brown bread.These are all wonderful. Just because it's low-carb does not mean you are sentenced to a life of no flavor .The author has spent considerable time in explaining different sweeteners and where to get them. This book will revitalize your commitment to eating low-carb, because the flavor has not been sacrificed.


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Scrumptious, easy-to-make breads, pastries, and confections from a chef who is revolutionizing carb-smart cooking and eating

"Ursula has worked tirelessly to develop scores of recipes for breads, biscuits, pastries, cookies, pies, cakes, candy, and confections that are not merely low-carb, they're delicious to boot! Her culinary alchemy gives us all a leg up on the learning curve to make luscious . . . treats that, if we use them wisely, will make it that much easier to stick to the . . . plan for life."
--From the Foreword by Dr. Mary Dan Eades, M.D. coauthor of The Low-Carb CookwoRx Cookbook and Staying Power

Do you dream of the warm, satisfying taste of hearty brown bread or the flaky goodness of hot buttermilk biscuits? Do you long for fresh-baked muffins, the sweet chilled delights of peach ice cream, or the yumminess of blueberry pie? Now, thanks to extraordinary chef Ursula Solom, you can once again experience the full, rich flavor and satisfaction of these and all your favorite high-carb treats without compromising on your commitment to carb-conscious eating.

From Sourdough Bread, Cheese Bread Sticks, Banana Coconut Muffins, and Vanilla Cookies to Devil's Food Cake, Butterscotch Cream Pie, Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream, and White Walnut Fudge, The Low-Carb Baking and Dessert Cookbook is filled with more than 200 all-new, easy-to-prepare recipes for savory treats and scrumptious sweets that will satisfy your cravings while helping you slim down, shape up, and realize all the benefits of carb-controlled living--including keeping the pounds off. Each recipe features step-by-step instructions and complete nutrition information. Your whole family will love these recipes--and you'll enjoy eating all the delicious baked goods, desserts, and confections you thought you had to sacrifice for a healthy lifestyle.

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Review of Cajun Low-carb (Hardcover)

As a lover of Cajun cuisine, Jude Theriot created a low-carb cookbook to show low-carb dieters that you can even enjoy Cajun cuisine!

Jude Thierot is a chef. He used to be the executive chair of the International Association of Culinary Professionals Foundation from 1997 to 1998. He has written five additional books on Cajun cuisine: Cajun Healthy, Cajun Quick, La Cuisine Cajun, La Meilleure de la Louisiane: The Best of Louisiana (sp), and New American Light Cuisine.

Through his love of Cajun cuisine, and adapting some American favorites, Theroit wanted low-carb dieters to learn and enjoy the food he loves best, Cajun! Each recipe in this book lists serving size, total carbohydrates per serving, net carbohydrates per serving, and calorie count. While creating this cookbook, Theroit lost more than 100 pounds.

The recipes are easy-to-read and utilize simple ingredients including Cool Whip, Tabasco Sauce, Equal and Splenda. I could not find any unusual ingredients, except soy flour, which is available in most grocery stores. You may just need to look in the natural food section. There are no photographs or illustrations.

Some nice recipes that we enjoyed were: Just Tomato Salad, Grilled Flank Steak and the Chocolate Mousse.

This book was nice, but a few photographs would have helped sell some of the recipes in this book. Also, knowing yet another person has jumped on the "low-carb" bandwagon was a bit frustrating, despite understanding that Theroit just wants to share his love for Cajun food.

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Now lovers of Cajun cooking can have their gumbo and eat it too! The recipes in this cookbook cover a tremendous range from standard American favorites like pizza, (mock) mashed potatoes, and meatloaf, to classic Cajun dishes including étouffée, shrimp au gratin, and even jambalaya. The seafood recipes cover just about everything that swims, and the sauces and seasoning mixes can elevate just about any dish into a special treat. There are even dessert recipes sure to satisfy the sweet tooth without the sugar. One unique feature of each of Chef Theriot's cookbooks is the lagniappe, or "a little something extra." This book includes suggestions for parties, additional uses for recipes, serving suggestions, and more. This book proves that Cajun cooking can be low-carb cooking.
Chef Theriot lost more than one hundred pounds eating the recipes he developed for this cookbook. Millions of Americans have discovered exactly what Chef Jude W. Theriot found when he tried a diet low in net carbohydrates: that cutting carbs is an effective way to maintain long-term weight loss because the food available on this regimen can be deeply satisfying.
Each recipe lists serving size, total carbohydrates per serving (which includes sugar alcohols), net carbohydrates per serving, and calorie count.

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Review of The Low Blood Sugar Handbook: You Don't Have to Suffer (Paperback)

It's been 1 1/2 years since I wrote my first review of this book (different email address) and I'm still following this way of eating. It'sbecome a way of life, and I still feel it's the best thing that everhappened to me. I remain free of the symptoms I was experiencing (excessivetiredness, nightmares, non-restorative sleep, excessive yawning,fibromyalgia, knee joint pain, irritability, inability to concentrate, moodswings, cravings for starchy foods, strong hunger pangs, shakiness, etc.).I have not even had a cold in the past 1 1/2 years (I used to get about 3to 4 a year, typically accompanied by bronchitis). I continue to have lotsof energy, and just feel great. My body has returned to a well-functioningstate the way I had always suspected it should be. I can't imagine anymoreto drink sodas, eat foods that contain nothing but starch, sugar, etc., andsuffer the consequences of hypoglycemia. And, what I eat now tastes so muchbetter, anyway. Yes it took some getting used to, but that's the same withany change. Buy this book, try it out, stick with it - you won't regret it.

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FOR THOSE WHO SEARCHThe program outlined in The Low Blood Sugar Handbook is for you. It is anoptimum lifestyle not only for functional hypoglycemics (low blood sugarsufferers), but also for those suffering from premenstrual syndrome (PMS)and everyone else who desires a healthy and productive life.
Women who suffer from PMS often have low blood sugar. Once the bloodsugar is stabilized, the PMS can be dealt with more effectively.
This book is written by low blood sugar sufferers rather than by a medicalperson since only sufferers have the insight into dealing with theeveryday situations of low blood sugar. After working with hundreds ofhypoglycemics, Edward and Patricia Krimmel have articulated the thingsthat only sufferers can know. They give the clear, practical and completeadvice you need for understanding and dealing with the everyday nitty-gritty of low blood sugar.
The chapters of the book deal with such practical matters as being able toidentify if you have low blood sugar, what it is, how serious it is and whatto do if you have the condition.The four dimensions of the KRIMMEL PROGRAM are:1. Food ethic 2. Exercise3. Fun & laughter4. Sleep, rest & relaxation
A fifth dimension is found in chapters 5, 6, 8, and 9. The information isunique to this handbook. Only through the application of the fifthdimension, can the low blood sugar sufferer get total value from the other4 dimensions.
Low blood sugar is a personal affair. Only through personal initiative canit be controlled. There is no medication or "cure all" for it. Only throughthe proper program and understanding your body chemistry can thiscondition be controlled.
If you're willing to spend enough timeAnd put out enough effortYou can solve every problem

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Review of Low carb cooking and Sharron's place: Sugar free recipes featuring SteviaPlus (Unknown Binding)

over 130 recipes with dozens and dozens of variations. Recipes for complete meals. This is not just a dessert book! Over 100 reipes with variations that are suitable for the candida restriction diet! Discussions about candida infection, food allergies, fibromyalgia and low carbing for the whole family. . .




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Review of No More Kidney Stones: The Experts Tell You All You Need to Know about Prevention and Treatment (Paperback)

I've suffered from painful kidney stones for some time. Despite changes to my diet and lifestyle, I could never completely rid myself of this problem. A friend recommended this book to me and I loved it! I've been stone free for almost three months. This is truly a must-read for anyone plagued withthe pain and annoyance of kidney stones.

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A Proven Plan to Prevent Painful Kidney Stones



At last! Whether you are a chronic kidney stone sufferer or at risk of developing stones, this practical, comprehensive guide will help you take charge of your health and eliminate this painful disease from your life forever. Written by a team of experts in the field, No More Kidney Stones includes the latest information on risk factors, dietary and lifestyle choices, and state-of-the-art treatments. It includes:
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Specific, detailed remedies to prevent the formation of the four major types of kidney stones
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Prescriptions for creating a diet that works and dietary troublemakers to avoid
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Treatment options, including Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL), cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, percutaneous stone surgery, and open surgery
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Case histories showing what types of treatment are appropriate for what specific conditions
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Guidance on what to expect before, during, and after treatment
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Advice on finding the right specialist

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Review of American Heart Association Meals in Minutes Cookbook: Over 200 All-New Quick and Easy Low-Fat Recipes (Paperback)

My family groaned when I announced we were going to eat healthier.I was a little worried about finding the time to change our lifestyle.This was one of the first books I checked out at the library and I was instantly hooked - had to buy!It is very organised and extremely easy to use.It has a wonderful picture guide that tells you instantly the time, type of ingredients and amount of preparation that is needed.The meals are delicious and fast.We think twice now about buying fast food.

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If homemade meals at your house are being replaced by fat-filled takeout or microwaveables in front of the TV, you'll want American Heart Association Meals in Minutes on your cookbook shelf. More than 200 delicious low-fat, low-cholesterol recipes nourish your appetite for good food while respecting your hectic schedule. Whether you're balancing work and family, putting in overtime at the office, or simply wanting to restore the joys of home cooking to your table, here are terrific dishes you can put together without a lot of fuss and bother--and in 20 minutes or less.

With everything from appetizers, snacks, soups, salads, and sandwiches to main courses (including plenty of vegetarian options), vegetables, breads, breakfast dishes, and of course desserts, the emphasis is on ease of preparation and great taste. You can prepare many of these dishes with ingredients you probably already have on hand, making mealtime even more stress-free. In addition to one-dish and microwaveable recipes, there are four special "super saver" recipe types for when you're extra rushed to get dinner on the table. "New Classics" are basic main dishes that will become your new standbys, ready to dress up or down as you see fit. "Planned-Overs" are recipe "twofers" that use last night's leftovers in a creative new way for tonight's meal. "Shopping Cart" recipes require no more than six common ingredients and get you in and out of the kitchen in no time. "Express-ipes" are the quickest of the quick, taking merely 25 minutes or less for all the preparation and all the cooking.
Tempting dishes include:Stacked Mushroom NachosMini Cinnamon StackupsPortobello Pizza with Peppery GreensChicken Fajita Pasta with Chipotle Alfredo SauceScallops ProvençalBroccoli with Sweet-and-Sour Tangerine SauceChocolate Hazelnut Angel Food Cake with BananasDevil's Food Cake with Caramel DrizzlesNo-Chop StewBlue Cheese Beef and FriesTurkey PotstickersLemongrass Chicken with Snow Peas and Jasmine RiceGreen and Petite Pea Salad with FetaPasta Frittata



--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Review of Low Carb and Beyond (Paperback)

America is in the midst of an obesity epidemic with all of the attendant health problems of such a condition from diabetes to hypertension, strokes, and cardiac infarctions. There has been no shortage of fad diets and healthier lifestyle recommendations. "Low Carb" is the latest entry into the battle for weight control. But just reducing carbohydrate intake and bulking up on protein will assure neither permanent weight loss or good physical health. Indeed, carbohydrates are necessary for proper body function. Enter Low Carb And Beyond, the collaborative effort of Nina Anderson SPN and Dr. Howard Peiper to provide an easy-to-comprehend, whole-body program for making wise food choices to obtain the best health benefits, including the dangers of specific food additives. A slender volume of 64-pages packed with information, advice, and an extensive bibliography for more in-depth study, Low Carb And Beyond is especially recommended to the attention of non-specialist general readers concerned with cutting through the diet fads to a body of solid, accessible, practical, and applicable information to start eating better today!


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"Low carb" is the current buzz word for weight-reduction and a more healthy lifestyle. Most of the low-carb diet books you read focus on eliminating foods. We talk about keeping the body in balance while you restrict your high-glycemic carbohydrates. Our approach gives you a better all around method to health and weight loss and should be part of every low carb lifestyle. Just reducing your intake of carbohydrates and bulking up on protein will not assure permanent weight loss or good health. Carbohydrates are needed for body. This book will help you choose which ones can support a healthy body.
Our program that enhances your low-carb lifestyle takes a whole-body approach and allows you to choose a more well- rounded diet while maintaining the core of the low-carb diet. Of course, don't forget about exercise. It's very important. You should get a workout several times a week, especially if you're an office-chair potato. We cover only the nutrient portion of a diet, but remember the body is a whole package. By adding exercise, relaxation, and laughter you can make dieting a win-win experience.

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Review of The Essential Atkins for Life Kit: Tools, Tips, and Techniques for Maintaining a Low Carb Lifestylefor Perman Ent Weight Loss and Optimal Health [BARGAIN PRICE] (Misc. Supplies)

This kit includes everything you need (except food) to lose weight and enjoy a low-carb lifestyle. The dining out guide is especially helpful. If you are a meat lover, Atkins is the way to go! I lost 20 stubborn pounds and have been keeping it off for months now without ever feeling deprived. Also, my blood pressure and cholesterol are lower. Thank you Dr. Atkins and Amazon!

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Atkins For Life is quickly becoming a national phenomenon. With more than 1 million copies in print and multiple weeks on the top of The New York Times bestseller list, the world is learning what millions of followers already knew: Eating the Atkins way is not only delicious, it's a safe and effective plan for shedding pounds for good. Portable and easy to use, this kit includes: -STAY ON TRACK FOR LIFE: With information cards that provide hundreds of tools, tips, and techniques for Lifetime Maintenance -EATING FOR LIFE: This 144-page book contains menu plans with carbohydrate counts of 45, 60, 80, and 100 grams to ensure success at any level, a carbohydrate gram counter, and a daily carb log -100 4-COLOR RECIPE CARDS: Delectable recipes including tasty breakfasts, fabulous lunches, delicious dinners, and smart snacks -CHOOSING THE RIGHT CARBS: Aconvenient foldout guide to using the Atkins Glycemic Ranking-STAYING MOTIVATED FOR LIFE: An inspirational CD with before and after success stories and a special introduction by Dr. Robert C. Atkins -DINING OUT: Wallet-size foldout restaurant guide to eating at all your favorite cuisines:Italian, Japanese, and more.--This text refers to an alternate Misc. Supplies edition.

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Review of Cooking TLC: Truly Low Carb Cooking Volume 1 (Spiral-bound)

I have purchased 5 or 6 copies of this book and have given away all but one of them.The recipes in this cookbook are incredibly easy to follow, and for someone like myself who has not spent much time in the kitchen, that aspect of the book is critical and much appreciated.Detailed descriptions are given for everything.
When I first began my low carb journey I was resigned to eating food that satisfied me physically but was rather repetitious.With Truly Low Carb Cooking I have experienced something very different.Karen Rysavy has shown us that there is virually nothing that cannot be converted to a low carbohydrate way of eating, and most of this can be done by using ingredients that are readily available to most people.
It is variety that helps us stick with a particular way of living.This cookbook is surely that, and more.It contains helpful household and cooking hints, as well as recipes for a wide variety of dishes that are truly a pleasure to eat.Creamy Cucumbers, Heavenly Mousse, Catsup, Creamy Seafood Bake - the variety is amazing!
I recommend this book without reservation!Put this on your Christmas list for yourself or the food afficionado in your life!

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More than 135 delicious, original recipes for the low carb foods that you will want to make and eat again and again!Whether you are diabetic, overweight, struggling with elevated cholesterol levels, poly-cystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), or you are suffering from a myriad of other health disorders, this cookbook will help you cope by lowering your carbohydrates while NOT lowering your standards for good taste!This cookbook is a convenient 6" x 8.5" in size when closed, so it takes up less of your valuable counter space while in use. TRUE coil spiral binding (not those binding machine "combs") mean the pages turn easily, lay flat, stay open to the page you are using, and last a long time.It includes lots of handy kitchen tips, as well as metric and Celsius recipe conversions for international users.Recipes are confined to a single page in almost all instances, making them easier to follow.All the recipes are easy to follow and cook - you do NOT need to be an experienced cook to use this book! The typeface is bold and clear and easy to read and the book is printed on heavy-duty paper. Clear plastic slip covers front and back protect against kitchen splashes or other mishaps.

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Review of Protein Power: The High-Protein/Low-Carbohydrate Way to Lose Weight, Feel Fit, and Boost Your Health--in Just Weeks! (Paperback)

Dec 2008: I just came across this review and reread it.It is 8 years later and it is still all true.I have had to fight with my weight (I absolutely love to eat) and have had to remind myself that calories count as well.The news is that even after 8 years my glucose tests (A1C blood test) come back excellent, my cholesterol is still at the same levels and my weight is not quite as great as 8 years ago but it is still way better than 220 (I am at 180).I owe the continued improvement in my health to the premises in this book.

July 2000: The past ten years have been hell.I had high cholesterol, high triglycerides and Diabetes, Type II.I was totally unable to get my weight to a reasonable level.I was dieting, exercising, riding a bike 5 days aweek, and doing everything I was told, but my weight hit a wall at 224pounds.

I discovered Protein Power, read it and gave it a try.In only8 weeks I had lost inches from my waist and dropped 20 pounds.Today,after 1.5 years I am in the best health of my life, I weigh 170 lbs, I havestopped taking the Lipator.My blood tests show that my cholesterol,triglycerides and sugar levels are all perfect.

The results are exactlywhat the authors predicted - control the Insulin enemy through diet and thebody will clean itself up and function properly.They presented me an easyto understand explanation of what happens inside my body and how to controlit.They gave me a life style and eating regimen I can maintain the restof my life.My advice to you is buy it, try it and live longer and betterwith it.It is simple!



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Review of More Low-Carb Meals in Minutes: A Three-Stage Plan for Keeping It Off (Paperback)

This is a low fat/some good fat cookbook masquerading as a Low Carb cookbook.One dinner recipe Peasant Soup with Cheese Toast has more than 45 grams of carb per serving.Another dinner of Creole Chicken, Brown Rice and Watermelon tops out at more than 60 gr carbs for one serving.I honestly have not looked at each and every recipe, but just glancing through this books says it is not what it is titled.

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The meals presented here are geared to long-term weight loss without compromising nutrition or flavor. The recipes are not only low in carbohydrates but also low in saturated fat, featuring lean proteins. More Low-Carb Meals in Minutes is based on a formula that shows readers how to reintroduce carbs into the diet, without regaining their lost weight, through three phases. Each phase includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a total of 63 meals and 105 recipes emphasizing fresh vegetables, monounsaturated olive and canola oils, and lean meats and fish. Also included are Super Speed Suppers (15-minute dinners), Weekend Meals, Entertaining, color photographs, and a wealth of practical tips. And thanks to the author's advanced degree from the Cordon Bleu Institute, these recipes are both healthy and delicious.

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Review of Carbohydrate-Addicted Kids: Help Your Child or Teen Break Free of Junk Food and Sugar Cravings--for Life! (Paperback)

The book is excellent. I have read all of the Heller's books and I think this one is one of their best. It makes so much sense and really offers a lot of suggestions on how to help our children change their eating habits,as well as helping our kids achieve weight loss. It also addresses severalbehavioral issues as possibly being food related and offers suggestions forcorrecting these behaviors through food. I have been introducing new foodsto even my 3 year old daughter like they recommend, and she has respondedpositively. It really does work. I would highly recommend this book toANYONE with kids,and a great read for adults too.

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Something's Eating Your Child. It Could Be Junk Food.
Does your kid grab food on the run? Does it seem as if your youngster could live on pizza and fries while guzzling juice and soda? Your child or teen may be carbohydrate addicted and suffer from a chemical imbalance that can lead to weight gain, mood swings, hyperactivity, even learning and behavior problems. Junk food, sweets, and even healthy high-carbo, low-fat foods can wreak havoc on insulin and blood-sugar levels--imbalances that lie at the heart of these problems.
Drawing on more than a decade of research, Drs. Richard and Rachael Heller, authors of the bestselling The Carbohydrate Addict's Diet, have helped more than a million people break free of the addiction to carbohydrates. In Carbohydrate-Addicted Kids, these renowned researchers present parents with two struggle-free alternatives: an easy Step-By-Step Plan as well as a quick, Jump-Start Plan. Each plan corrects the root cause of the carbohydrate cravings and is especially designed with kids and teens in mind. As their insulin and blood-sugar levels become balanced, youngsters are free to enjoy a wide variety of foods, and mood, behavior, and learning problems literally disappear.
Help your child break free of carbo cravings, sugar highs, and sugar lows--without deprivation--for life.

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Review of Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine: 250 Recipes With Virtually No Carbohydrates (Paperback)

I have to say that I use Sharron's 'lo-carb' cuisine book almost every day. I've had parties, holidays, you name it and have used this book to everyone's delight! Really, I haven't found one recipe we haven't loved yet.
When I started eating low carb I quickly became bored with what I thought my options were. I felt discouraged because I couldn't imagine eating another cheeseburger, but I liked the health benefits this new way of eating was giving me. I picked up this cookbook, and all of that changed. There were so many tasty options available now- I couldn't wait to start trying recipies.The Fake Fudge and Silky Choco-Peanut Butter Pie are lifesavers!!!
The funny thing is, before I found this book I hated cooking. In fact, I just about knew how to boil water, literally, and that was it. My whole family is amazed how I've become "domesticated" now that I cook/bake all the time, but the truth is I have so much fun using Sharron's recipies and loving what turns out!!!You will too- I highly recommend this book!

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The benefits of low-carb eating are sweeping America! With Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine, readers have hundreds of tasty, low-carbohydrate recipes at their fingertips. Featuring new spins on old favorites from Pancakes to Beef Stroganoff, this book is packed with recipe ideas sure to please even the most carb-addicted family members.
Each recipe contains 10 grams of carbohydrates or fewer, and includes complete nutritional information-carb counts, effective carb counts, protein, fat, and low-fat variations. Readers also find easy freezing information and fast tips for beating carb cravings.
Features great recipes such as:
·Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
·Egg Rolls
·Lamb with Rosemary Gravy
·Melt in Your Mouth Mousse
·Seven-Egg Veggie Lasagna
·Tex-Mex Fish
·Zucchini Nut Muffins
With Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine, readers will add variety and spice to their low-carb diet plans!

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Review of Splendid low-carbing: A complete guide for low-carb living [UNABRIDGED] (Paperback)

This national bestselling book from longtime low-carber Jennifer Eloff contains over 350 deliciously low-carb recipes with 10g of carbs or less per serving. No matter how boring you think livin' la vida low-carb is, this book will prove to you that it only takes a little imagination to get those creative juices flowing to come up with some low-carb magic in the kitchen.



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Review of Carbohydrates Can Kill (Paperback)

One of the things that is most frustrating for people dealing with weight and health issues is that they don't feel like their primary care physician truly understands their problem.If only doctors and other medical professionals could go through all the experiences of trying to lose weight, deal with declining health, and attempt to eat as healthy as they want us to, then maybe people would feel more confident and inspired to do those things for themselves.That's exactly what Dr. Robert K. Su has done.

After years of toiling with high-carb, low-fat diets and struggling to figure out why his patients weren't losing weight and getting healthier eating that way, Dr. Su went on his own personal low-carb journey that led him to shed the pounds, greatly improve his health, and have an epiphany about why so many of his patients had such a difficult time with these issues over the years.His research showed him it was the carbohydrates they were eating that were quite literally KILLING them.

While most people erroneously think that your body somehow needs carbs to function, Dr. Su outlines brilliantly in his book that this is a bald face lie.The body actually needs fat and some protein, but there is absolutely no dietary requirement for the body to consume carbs.CARBOHYDRATES CAN KILL is an eye-opening book for anyone who is still caught up in decades-old thinking that fat is the enemy and carbs are your friend.Flip those two around and you'll see what Dr. Su sees--low-carb will work for you, too!

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Go ahead, have another slice -- it s not going to kill you ... or is it? That's what we ve been taught to believe. Luckily for us, Dr. Robert Su has taken it upon himself to discover the real truth behind one of the most widely-ingested and dangerously insidious substances around: carbohydrates.
Dr. Su is an experienced physician - certainly not a wide-eyed advocate of every new dietary fad that comes around - as well as living proof that carbohydrates are one of the most underrated and misunderstood threats to consumers today. With Carbohydrates Can Kill, you can learn how to:
-Find your own carbohydrate-restricted diet (one that you can stick to)
-Recognize your body's reactions to your lifestyle, and alter that lifestyle as necessary
-Purposefully strengthen your immune system
-Improve your well-being and extend your lifespan
-Treat your body as one unit, understanding that each part affects all other parts
-Find support from your family and friends
In language both passionate and accessible, Dr. Su uses his own life as an example of what not to do - as well as showing us how to recover from a life doing just that. He has a clear desire to see a healthier and happier tomorrow for all of us, and has spent years devoted to his quest to find the truth about carbohydrates so that the rest of us don't have to. Armed with this book and the vast number of outside references he has collected for all of us, we are supplied with all the tools we need to successfully find and stick to a carbohydrate-restricted diet.
It's never too late to become healthy!

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Review of Dr. Robert Atkins: The True Story of the Man Behind the War on Carbohydrates (Hardcover)

I agree with Publisher's Weekly. This bio/business book by Lisa Rogak on Atkins the diet doc, is not sure what it wants to be when it grows up (a measly 224 pages of text in big print.)Part trashy/dishy tabloid reporterage, part chronicle of the diet trends surrounding the Good Doctor, it also contains agGrandizement for the Grand Old Party (Republicans - p.95 - proselytizing a view not universally shared.)

Rogak's credibility is questionable. "Facts"" weren't checked. For instance:"And QVC, the cable shopping network, offers a `Low-Carb Hour` several times each week." Lisa, Lisa. Maybe you should have at least consulted a Program Guide?Sometimes, she `ain't got no' sense of syntax, as in:"Normally, the law prohibits medical examiners from releasing these records to no one..."

And worst of all: THERE ARE NO PICTURES!
Better: The recent Atkins Biography on A&E TV.
/TundraVision, Amazon Reviewer, "Doing Atkins" down 50 pounds.


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Only now, after his death, is Dr. Robert Atkins being recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of diet and nutrition. While counting carbohydrates has become an everyday practice for the adherents to a low-carb, high-fat, high-protein plan, Atkins faced a lifetime of adversity from a medical establishment that scoffed at his radical ideas, even though they proved effective. But many questions still remain about the man and his methods: Was he really overweight when he died? Did he really believe everything he wrote, or was he driven by money and fame? And what happened to the Atkins empire after his death? These questions and more are answered in this revealing, fascinating glimpse into the public and private life of a unique and brilliant doctor and promoter who revolutionized the way we think about food.

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Review of Low-Fat Living: Turn off the Fat-Makers, Turn on the Fat-Burners for Longevity, Energy, Weight Loss, Freedom from Disease (Paperback)

Low Fat Living is an informative book full of simple techniques you can incorporate into your life to lose weight and become healthier. Instead of fighting your desires for fatty foods or the urge to be a coach potato, Dr.Cooper and his wife Leslie teach you easy techniques to help you work with yourself not against yourself. For example he explains how drinking cold water can help you burn off fat as your body uses calories to warm it to core body temperature. In the book the authors explain how you can turn on your bodies fat burners by making easy to follow lifestyle changes. Little changes that can add up to long term, permanent weight loss. You will learn how artificial sweeteners can increase your cravings for sweets, why breakfast is such an important meal (and what to do if you are not a breakfast eater), snacks that trigger insulin reactions (and thus cause fat storage) snacks that are great anytime, ways to decrease your desire for fats, easy ways to get moving (even if you dislike exercise), mental and physical excercises and much more. The book is loaded with easy to follow suggestions to help you change your health permanently. Many delicious recipes are also included. A wonderful, simple way to help you get on the road to a healthier lifestyle!



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Review of Phase 1 Low-Carb Recipes [ILLUSTRATED] (Plastic Comb)

I bought this book thinking I could use it since I am on the South Beach diet but it seems as if it only works if you are on Atkins. It has high fat foods with low carbs. SO basically I wouldn't recommend this if your on South Beach

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Recipes with 5 grams or fewer net carbs; perfect for Phase 1 of the Atkins or South Beach diets.
Introductory chapter features basics about Phase 1 of low-carb eating plans, menus, meat-cooking charts, carb charts of allowable foods, and a two-week food journal to track carbs.
Advice and tips reveal how to be successful during Phase 1 of a low carb diet.
Recipes include nutrition information plus preparation and cook times.
All recipes are tested and approved by the Better Homes and Gardens® Test Kitchen.

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Review of The CR Way: Using the Secrets of Calorie Restriction for a Longer, Healthier Life (Paperback)

Back when I was 200 pounds, 6 months after having my third child--I was shopping around for a diet book when I ran across 'Beyond The 120 Year Diet' the only known thing to extend human life.I read it, and re-read it, followed it to a tee and lost 85 pounds over the next 6 months.I felt so good about my life, so healthy and full of energy, I wanted to share what I'd learned--I gave 10 copies out to my closest friends and family that Christmas.Sadly, I heard from many (those that told me) that it was 'too scientific', or 'too hard'.I had liked it, but understood it could be difficult to read.Some of those I loved, still were overweight like I had been and I didn't think they 'got the message' like I had--they'd not been inspired...Now, 6 years later, a few more CR books have come and gone, this is the newest on the scene.It has all the same basic information in an easy to read format, but it has the updated science and even addresses some new research such as intermittent fasting--but it is all presented in a simple to 'digest' manner :-).The authors do not present one narrow path of how to do calorie restriction, instead they give many routes to the same longevity benefits.The book is a smorgasbord for people who are at different commitment levels to CR, you can do it as in depth or as lightly as you want.The authors give you the information to do CR on a busy lifestyle.This year I have a new book to share, to inspire my friends and family.This is the first book since 'Beyond The 120 Year Diet' that I can confidently give as a present, and know it will educate in a gentle manner, and at the very least impart a heightened sense of awareness about the food my friends and family eat, so small steps can be taken for better health.I recommend this book to those interested in a diet that works, and becomes second nature for a healthier, longer life.

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When it comes to living longer, scientists are discovering that less is more. By following Calorie Restriction, a revolutionary diet that provides the body with fewer calories than is traditionally required, people are getting dramatic benefits. Now, with The CR Way, you too can slow the aging process; protect against cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes; and increase your energy and mental capabilities. And, if needed, you'll lose weight and keep it off.


Paul McGlothin and Meredith Averill, leaders of the Calorie Restriction Society, provide quick and easy menus and recipes so delicious that you will wonder why you ever wanted to eat more than you need. And for those who want some of the benefits without sacrificing all the calories, the authors will show you how to plan a diet that works for you. Groundbreaking and controversial, The CR Way is your key to a happier, healthier life.



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Review of The Low Carb Fast Food Diet (Paperback)

I bought a copy of this book for myself and liked it so much I am ordering a second copy as a gift for my best friend.It is full of good information no matter what kind of a diet you might be following.I am always starting a low carb diet and then finding myself tempted to cheat, mainly because I am too tired to cook after a long day at work. Ms. Gray points out how I can eat a hamburger, throw away all or part of the bun and not mess up my low carb eating. One chapter called "The Good, The Bad and the Holy Cow!" has lots of good tips about healthy fast food eating.

My favorite part though, is the Carb Chart in the back of the book.I am keeping this in my car so I have a good reference to use when I get fast food. The chart is thorough and includes lots of restaurants.It is nice to have a book that doesn't bog you down with too much technical stuff about losing weight but still gives me the information I want to know.

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An easy must-have plan for any serious low carb dieter. Includes a full week's worth of easy to follow low carb fast food meals and examples from over a dozen restaurants of diet-friendly choices. A comprehensive chart of nutritional values for carbs, calories, fat and more for hundreds of fast food menu items can also be found.

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Review of The Low Carb CookwoRx Cookbook (Hardcover)

I first started the Atkins diet in 2004, when low carb was getting big.Suffice it to say, I did well on it but 2005 didn't work out too well, as it hasn't for others either, since the low carb "craze" seems to be gone.However, I wanted to get back on track.The problem is, Atkins doesn't excite me anymore and has a lot of don't do this, and do this but with products and specialty products that either are too expensive or don't exist anymore!

Then I saw the Drs. Eades' show on PBS, called "Low Carb CookwoRx" (which televises all these recipies) and I'm already mentally feeling like a new person.I just got this book for Christmas and checked out their diet books from my local library and am ready to start learning about their plans.Just from the show I'm amazed - not only are these recepies DOABLE by anyone, but they explain during the show WHY they are important.So not only am I getting low carb, but I know it's HEALTHY too.

Really, though, the main reason I was so excited for this book is that the recipies are not only foods that we all love, but involve using normal ingredients.Sure, there are a few that are specialty items, but for the most part, the only thing you'll have to buy that you're not used to is new, exciting, and healthier foods (e.g. celery root or butternut squash).Whether it's pasta, tacos, pancakes and syrup, or even pumpkin pie, they have real recipies that involve using foods and techniques that I KNOW and that are within my budget (and not just random, expensive, and specialty low carb products).

If you haven't seen their show and are unsure of this book, check your local PBS listings - the show is great, they're such a nice couple, and they make me EXCITED to cook (even more so this book)!I hope you all purchase this book not only because it's a great resource, but to show the Drs. Eades their plan is reasonable, doable, and beneficial to the REAL person.

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The companion cookbook to the new PBS-TV series starring the New York Times bestselling authors of Protein Power and The Low-Carb Comfort Food Cookbook

If you're one of the millions currently watching your carbs, you might be surprised to learn that you can enjoy such delights as pancakes, pasta, ice cream, and bread without any of the guilt and with all of the pleasure. Thanks to the culinary expertise of Mary Dan Eades and Michael Eades, you can prepare your favorite old-fashioned comfort foods with a brand-new twist.

The Low-Carb CookwoRx Cookbook represents the very best of the Eades' innovative and fulfilling approach to low-carb cooking. Based on their new public television series Low-Carb CookwoRx, this must-have cookbook includes more than 150 simple, healthy, delicious recipes as seen on the show. The Eades also give you a wealth of nutritional facts as well as new cooking tips and techniques. From breads, breakfasts, and sides to sauces, entrees, desserts, and tasty recipes for kids, you'll see how easy it is to create an array of delightful dishes that will allow you to control your weight, improve your health--and enjoy cooking once again!
* Handmade Rye Bread
* Barbecued Chicken Hot Wings
* All-American Apple Pie
* New England-Style Clam Chowder
* Smashed Just Like Potatoes
* Roasted Baby Vegetables
* Stealthy Healthy Pasta Sauce
* Festive Frijoles
* Tiramisu
* Almond Drop Scones
* Homemade Sage and Pepper Sausage
* Creamy Southern Coleslaw
* Shrimp Quesadilla
* Classic Chocolate Truffles
* Chicken Pan Gravy
* Farmer's Veggie Omelet
* Blue Cheese Dressing
* Medallions of Beef Tenderloin
* Frozen Fruit Skewers
* Garlic Herb Butter
* Pecan-Cinnamon Coffee Cake
* Three-Alarm Chili

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Review of The Low-Carb Cookbook (Mass Market Paperback)

I fell in love at page 13. Fran M. has written many other cookbooks and read even more; she is truly a gourmand.Now she's discovered low-carb! This book is a must for the low carb kitchen: A great foreword with themedical lowdown on low-carb; a section on "the low carb gurus"comparing and contrasting Atkins, Zone, Protein Power, etc; a great"Panty" section telling what to throw out of your cupboards (orgive away); how to entertain non-low-carb'ing friends; this book is filledwithuseful sections. Oh, and the recipes!I started this diet eatingcheese, meat, and meat with cheese on it.What variety I've found here!Some recipes are more exotic, and some suited for "weekday"cooking.Desserts!Strawberry gelati! Cheesecake!Chocolate mousse! (Imay have to get that ice-cream maker).
THANK YOU!(Could the nextedition have photos please? And a longer index?)Note: The"Sources" section with where to get low-carb pantry staples isworth it alone!



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Review of Get the Salt Out: 501 Simple Ways to Cut the Salt Out of Any Diet (Paperback)

"Get the Salt Out" does indeed contain 501 numbered suggestiond for cutting salt from your diet.A number of these suggestions overlap, but I was impressed by the thoroughness of the book.I have high blood pressure and have been on a low-salt diet for years; however, this book alerted me to many hidden sources of sodium, such as baking soda and packaged cereals.The book is split into sections, such as getting the salt out of cooking, finding good low-salt fast food, and low-salt sauces.The author even points out that licking postage stamps adds sodium to your diet!That's thoroughness!
The book also contains a number of low-salt recipes scattered throughout (at least 50).In addition, Gittleman discusses the various types of salt/sodium and gives recommendations about how to avoid unnecessary processed sodium in favor of healthier (and tastier) natural salt.The author gives numerous suggestions about low-sodium products that can be purchased in stores or on-line.I have a number of low-salt cookbooks, but this book is the best in combining recipes with solid suggestions.A real winner, and I look forward to using these suggestions to further reduce my sodium intake.

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In this day and age, when fat is blamed for all our health problems, it's often easy to forget that salt can also be a dietary culprit. While salt is necessary for both bodily and cellular function, and is certainly crucial to the satisfying taste of some of our favorite foods, recent research shows that its excess consumption can also lead to hypertension, strokes, and a variety of cardiovascular problems.

In Get the Salt Out, nationally recognized nutritionist Ann Louise Gittleman reveals 501 ways to avoid excess salt intake by serving a variety of delicious low-sodium foods, taking advantage of tasty salt substitutes and steering clear of many surprising hidden sources of salt. She provides more than fifty delicious recipes for low-sodium foods, which will add healthful new staples to the diet of anyone who wants to "get the salt out."

Other features include:
¸ Advice on how to use herbs effectively to reduce sodium intake
¸ Tips for reading labels to expose salt where it is hidden in ingredient lists, as well as other points of supermarket salt savvy
¸ Ways to reduce the salt level in your water
¸ Advice for avoiding salt when you eat out
¸ Tips for dealing with stress and other impediments you may face in your efforts to get the salt out
¸ A week-long menu plan
¸ A resource section

Get the Salt Out has all the tips, menu plans and recipes to help you enjoy real foods again and create meals that both your taste buds and your body can truly savor!

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