Counting Carbs: Total vs. Net?
People who follow low-carbohydrate diets for blood sugar management typically limit themselves to a certain number of carbs per meal and per day. The optimal amount varies from person to…
Happy New Year!
Short post today to start off 2013, and not really a typical entry for me. I just just wanted to make a few comments on the annual list of “Words…
My Thoughts on Low-Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diets, Part 2
When I first started this website a little over a year ago, I did so with the intention of discussing low-carb diet research and other low-carb topics. So I want…
A Healthy Low-Carb Diet Includes Lots of Plants
One of the things I see time and again is people going heavy on the protein and fats while avoiding most vegetables and fruits when following a low-carb diet. While you’re…
My Thoughts on Low-Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diets
Now that I’ve finally finished my article for the American Diabetes Association, I’d like to start by expressing my sincere appreciation for those who write scholarly articles and books. The…
Is a Low-Carb Diet an All-You-Can-Eat Diet?
Christmas 1977. That’s me on the right, age 11. Could we be any more ’70s? As a child growing up in the ’70s, I remember seeing a TV commercial for a…
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Putting an “Optimal Diet” In Perspective
I’m a voracious reader. I read a lot of blogs and articles online in addition to books, newspapers, and other printed materials. My favorite posts are those that are written…
Top 10 Quick and Easy Low-Carb Treats
When I want to prepare intricate appetizers or desserts, I have plenty of options: low-carbohydrate cookbooks, websites, and a few recipes given to me by friends. But there are times…