The Ultimate Carbohydrate Counter - Karen J. Nolan

The essential guide for all dieters, The Ultimate Carbohydrate Counter has been fully revised and updated. It includes 15,000 entries of brand name and generic foods, portion sizes, and caloric, carbohydrate, sugar, and fiber counts. Original. \nThis fully updated and revised second edition, part of the successful food Counter series, is the essential guide for all dieters. \nAn estimated 59 million Americans are following a low carbohydrate eating plan. Let the nutrition experts help you sort through the carbs that are best for you \n \nCarbs are blamed for everything from obesity and diabetes to heart disease and acne. Before writing them off completely, it's important to know that the kinds of carbs you eat, how much you eat, when you eat them, and what you eat them with, makes a huge difference. Nationally known nutritionists Natow and Heslin show you how to use the low carb trend to your advantage. Inside you'll find: \n \nHow different carbs--fiber, sugar and starch--affect your body differently \n \nHow to select a carbohydrate eating plan that is right for you \n \nThe difference between natural sugars and added sugars, how to recognize them, and why your body needs one and not the other \n \nThe Ultimate Carbohydrate Counter is your go-to guide to keeping an eye on your carb intake when you shop, eat out, or grab a quick snack.\n