| This book is packed with tips and explanations about the current trend
in nutrition towards low carbohydrate diets. The author, Susan Somerset
Webb cites the wide variety of references available to support making
low carbohydrate choices. A Comparison chart of the Six Different Diet Plans, and the foods
encouraged on each plan is offered in Appendix A. I especially enjoyed the authors reviews of the positive as well
as negative aspects of what have come to become best sellers: |
| Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution by Robert C. Atkins |
| The Carbohydrate Addicts Lifespan Program
by Richard and Rachel Heller |
| Protein Power by Michael D. and Mary Eades |
| SugarBusters
by Steward, Andrews, Bethea and Belart |
| Seven diets are also reviewed, along
with three other eating plans that are less restrictive of carbohydrates.
The author goes on to discuss several of the other popular books that
center on the concepts and values of low carb eating. The author has a
wonderful chapter about beginning the low carb lifestyle, and carbohydrate
awareness. Once you begin to understand the potential impact of
carbohydrates on your blood sugar, and your health, this chapter is a
perfect place to start. |
| Table 5-1 compares carbohydrate
grams for four different nutritional lifestyle choices: The Non-dieter,
Low-fat dieter, Vegetation and Low-carb. Considering our 100g or
carbohydrates/day is considered adequate by several reliable sources, this
comparison is very revealing. The Low-fat diet cited results in a
408 g of carbohydrates, as compared with a Low-carb eating plan of 24
grams of carbohydrates. This chapter also has helpful lists that
help you define which carbohydrates are best for you. |
| Any book about healthy eating would be remiss if they didn't mention
the value and importance of exercise for both weight management and also
for the improvement of blood sugar and hormonal balance. Even 30 minutes
/day of walking can be of benefit. Chapter 6 highlights the value of
exercise, water, and nutritional supplements. These things, along with
making healthy lifestyle choices are the cornerstone of effective weight
management. |
| The thing I have enjoyed so much about this book, and the Low Carb
Connection web site is the supportive nurturing from the author and her
support team. Frequently an excellent newsletter comes in an email
format. Topics of health and several excellent recipes can be found
related to the topic. One issues discussed dairy foods, both the
positive and negative affects. |
|
The web site contains links to a tremendous amount of associates
web sites centering around this nutrition choice. Low carb eating is not
applicable for everyone, and some individuals find they don't have a
problem with carbohydrates. For those of us who have seen or experienced
the negative effects, this book provides and excellent introduction to
the many resources available. |
| Many thanks to the author for sending me a review copy of this book,
and asking to list my Balance Eating Web Site on her web site. If you
would like more information about the research that supports these
healthier lifestyle choices please contact this author, or me for
specific references. |
| Pat Sonnenstuhl, ARNP, CNM, MS:
webmidwife1@comcast.net
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