Publisher's Synopsis
This fully updated and revised guide to carbohydrates, part of the successful food Counter series, expertly helps you sort through the carbs that are best for you.
Carbs are blamed for everything from obesity and diabetes to heart disease and acne. But before you write them off completely, let expert nutritionists Karen J. Nolan and Jo-Ann Heslin show you how to use the low carb trend to your advantage. With clear and accessible advice, learn: -How different carbs--fiber, sugar, and starch--affect your body differently-How to select a carbohydrate eating plan that is right for you
-The difference between natural sugars and added sugars, how to recognize them, and why your body needs one and not the other. The 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.
