Review of The Everything Total Fitness Book (Everything) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

I was delighted to find the "Everything Total Fitness Book" because I could not get excited about any of the other fitness resources I had found.It seems that every fitness book I looked at fell into one of two categories: (1) some fad diet/exercise program with a stern looking, very buff person on the cover or (2) some hippy-dippy nonsense about "refocusing energy" or "fitness chakras" etc.Besides, if you're like me, you're not interested in losing weight OR in putting on 50 lbs of straight bicep muscle, you just want to keep in shape and improve your diet...Well, that's this book.The great thing about "Everything..." is that it approaches the subject assuming nothing about you or your fitness agenda -- therefore, the book begins with the very basics of nutrition and exercise and goes from there.The author's unassuming, straightforward approach is very refreshing in that it presents the information matter-of-factly and in a manner that is easily accessible to those who know little about the subject.Also, in addition to being comprehensive with respect to what you put into and what you do with your body, it tries to take into account situations that might fall outside the norm assumed by most of the book (e.g., pregnancy, diabetes, osteoperosis, etc.)
So, if you're like me and are interested in fitness (as opposed to "dieting" or "weight training") then this is an excellent book to get you started off with improving your lifestyle.



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Review of The Everything Low-Carb Cookbook: 300 Delicious Recipes to Help Reduce Your Carbohydrates and Stay Healthy (Everything Series) (Paperback)

Some of the recipes in this book are keepers, but a lot of them make you wonder if they've really thought through the low-carb idea. For instance, there's a recipe for "Glazed Bananas." Bananas by themselves are off-limits for most low-carbers, but this recipe suggests adding honey to the mix. At 20 carbs per serving this treat is described as "moderate."
Nutritional reporting is minimal. No calorie counts are reported for recipes. Carb counts include fiber, and fiber is not reported on its own, so good luck figuring out net impact carbs.
Dana Carpender's 500 Low-Carb Recipes is a much better bet.

Product Description
300 fabulous recipes to help you jumpstart your weight loss plan!
Are you one of the millions of people who continue to struggle with an addiction to high-carb, high-sugar meals and snacks? If so, The Everything® Low-Carb Cookbook presents healthy and delicious alternatives to your favorite pasta, bread, cookie, and cake recipes.
Featuring hundreds of easy-to-prepare dishes from Marinated Grilled Steak Strips to Chicken Skewers with a Spicy Island Marinade, The Everything® Low Carb Cookbook is the only cookbook you need to reduce your carbohydrate intake. The book not only rates recipes as low- to no-carb and low- to moderate-carb, The Everything® Low Carb Cookbook helps you create the perfect meal suited to your specific dietary needs and tastes.
Featuring:
·Dinner recipes with an Italian flair, such as Chicken Cacciatore
·Asian meals, such as Beef Teriyaki with a Mixed Vegetable Stir-fry
·Entrée salads, such as Arugula Salad with Grilled Beef Medallions
·Sumptuous stews, such as Pacific Coast Seafood Stew
·Fabulous omelets for breakfast flavor, such as the Crabmeat Omelet
·Full meals for holidays, such as Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, New Year's Eve, Christmas Day, and 4th of July
Including dietary information such as calorie counts, fat grams, carbohydrates, and proteins for each recipe, The Everything® Low Carb Cookbook will have you serving up and slimming down in no time!

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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.

Product Description
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 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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