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Living The Low Carb Life (Scholastic): From Atkins To The Zone Choosing The Diet That's Right For You (2004)

by Jonny Bowden(Favorite Author)

4.18 of 5 Votes: 1

ISBN

1402719493 (ISBN13: 9781402719493)

languge

English

genre

Food & Cookbooks

publisher

Sterling

review 1: Lots of good information. A lot I had heard before--insulin causes fat storage, lowering insulin levels leads to fat loss, etc. I learned a lot too--mostly about the effects of different fats on the body and about inflammation. That chapter was a lightbulb moment for me. I suddenly understood all the hype about salmon and omega-3s. I was disappointed that he never addressed an issue particular to me (and I'm sure others): food allergies that are NOT typically addressed by low carb diets. In my case, fish. Also known as a staple of every low carb diet ever. And the only source of omega-3 fats ever discussed or pushed. So yeah.My biggest pet peeve came in the chapter when Bowden reviewed many of the low carb diet plans on the market right now. For the most part, the reviews ... morewere great. However, he also reviewed his own plan, and of course gave it 5 stars (though not the only plan he gave 5 stars to, which was nice). His review of his own plan felt a lot like an ad, and a lot less like a review. I would have rather had him skip it. But overall, I really liked this book. I also have several new books on my to read list now.
review 2: This is a great book to learn about popular low carb diets from an informative perspective to help make the best decision for someone who might need to reduce carbs in their diet. My conclusion was to explore either Atkins or South Beach Diet after reading it. However, there were several other diets detailed and for sure there has to be one that works for you- author breaks it by lifestyle, economics, etc. Finally, hopefully like me you'll feel that you were able to make in an informed decision rather than sold on a product because of marketing! less

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