With foolproof strategies for controlling binges and cravings, invaluable tips on eating in restaurants, guidelines for dealing with sudden weight gain, and more than 175 delicious new recipes, "Living Low-Carb" is a godsend for the millions of American dieters now dedicated to the low-carb lifestyle.
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As many enthusiasts have discovered, it's easy to lose weight on the low-carb diet. But keeping the weight off requires an ongoing commitment--not an easy feat when faced with dieting drudgery, dinners out, holiday gatherings, and demoralizing eating binges. While many low-carb diet books offer the initial thrill of weight loss, this book is a lifelong manual, offering tips and guidance to keep readers committed for the long haul.
Author Fran McCullough starts with "secret weapons" (such as blocking sugars, cleansing the liver, and keeping a food diary), must-haves in any long-term dieter's arsenal. She also offers a valuable "Troubleshooting" section that covers commons challenges, such as dinner invitations ("Come on over for Dinner") and binge eating ("Blowing It"). She addresses the persistent snacking problem with a list of low-carb delights (including shrimp with guacamole or prosciutto and melon). She even lists alternative foods for the times when you crave disaster foods. (For example, a craving for pizza can be satisfied with grilled eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and oregano.) The second half of the book is devoted to McCullough's specialty--tasty and satisfying low-carb recipes, such as Buffalo Boys Chili and Berry and Mango Compote. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Cookbook editor and writer McCullough credits a low carbohydrate diet with saving her life. McCullough, who diagnosed her own blood clot, admits that she's not as thin as she likes and she's not a physician, but she fervently believes that there are many dieters, like herself, who simply cannot chemically process carbohydrates in a healthy way. Therefore, she argues, these people should limit their carbohydrate intake. McCullough presents her case in a logical and convincing way. She first gives an overview of the various popular low-carbohydrate diets and the medical principles behind them. Then she offers basic low-carb diet plans, along with personal anecdotes from people who have been following these plans. The final two-thirds of the book consists of recipes from main dishes to desserts. This is an excellent primer for anyone who has tried to make sense of the various low-carb diets. McCullough writes in a friendly and approachable style. Her tips on common dieting problems such as avoiding temptation, eating while traveling, finding acceptable bread substitutes, etc., are quite useful and the recipes are tasty and not terribly complicated. This volume makes a fine companion to the author's previous title, the bestselling Low-Carb Cookbook. (June)
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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By Deborah Chud
Format:Hardcover
As the author of "The Gourmet Prescription: High Flavor Recipes for Lower Carbohydrate Diets", I welcome this addition to my low carb library. It contains useful information presented in an accessible manner and Ms. McCullough's perspective as a lay person has its merits.
As a fan of cauliflower, I particularly enjoyed her celebration of it as a low carb ally and potato substitute. Her Mashed "Potatoes" recipe is subtly appealing, although the long cooking and pureeing raise the glycemic index by affecting fiber content. Cauliflower lovers should also try Cauliflower-Green Bean Salad with Arame and Cauliflower-Tomato Salad with Almond Butter and Chives from "The Gourmet Prescription" which are bursting with flavor and leave most of the fiber intact.
By Shannon
Format:Hardcover
I found myself relating so much to Fran's account of struggling with her weight. She is someone who loves the pleasures of life, and I'm right there with her. I just wish the first part of the book was longer, with more information about living the low carb life, and fewer recipes. She is such a good writer that she could write a whole book on lifestyle, and it would definitely keep my interest. I hope she writes more books filled with lo-carb information.
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I'm really impressed with the breadth of knowledge Fran McCullough presents in the book. I wish she'd cite her sources. One sidebar about the effects of sugar says that normal body cells require oxygen and a little sugar to function, but cancer cells require lots and lots of sugar. I was pretty impressed with that little factoid. But where'd it come from?
LIVING LOW-CARB is enjoyable to read; it's like she's right there. I find it hard to put down when I go back to review.
In a valuable section called THE LOOKING-GLASS WORLD OF FAKE SUGAR, she gives great information on all the low-carb and non-carb sweeteners on the market, as of the date the book was published. That was really, really helpful. I'm looking for an alternative to Splenda because of that section (possible health risks and the fact that she asserts that all powdered sweeteners are cut with actual sugar ... Splenda in the box contains maltodextrin as its first ingredient, which apparently does affect insulin).
Another section called DEALING WITH BREAKFAST is equally reassuring and informative. It's about how to come up with a decent low-carb breakfast on the run, which, I take it, is the bedevilment of most low-carbers' lives.
Oh, one recipe is great: corned beef and cabbage. The cabbage is really as tender and tasty and she says. The intense custard is delicious and easy to make. The root beer wiggle, on the other hand, is less than delightful. (Diet root beer and gelatine.) McCullough's tastes run a little gourmet and expensive, but not excessively so. She sure knows the market of low-carb foods, and if she weren't a gourmet, how could she give such thorough information about the market?
I'm really hoping for a new edition, because the information about products and scientific findings could be outdated by now (hint, hint). But following the principles she outlines, I am losing weight. I follow a low-carb diet with about 80 percent faithfulness, and I'm losing weight at a moderate pace (about 30 pounds in a year), which satisfies me.
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When I first started to read this book, I thought some of the author's ideas were off-base, and considered selling this book used. Read more
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This book is a MUST HAVE for anyone trying to live a low-carb lifestyle and hoping to stay on it longterm. Read more
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A Must Have for any Low Carb Kitchen
Fran's latest book has a place of honor in our kitchen - right next to her first! Both books help you eat low-carb but with "real food". Read more
Published on April 18 2001 by Barb
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Goodbye Weight Problems!
My husband and I love to cook and entertain, and both needed to lose weight. We are now living low-carb, thanks to Fran. Read more
Published on Sep 23 2000
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This Book is Worth It's Weight in Gold!
As a low carb dieter who has only successfully lost weight with this type of plan (13 pounds/8.5" since June of this year), I'd like to congratulate Fran for an absolutely... Read more
Published on Sep 16 2000
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I read the whole book in one go. Fran helped me stay on the plan in 1997 with her first lo-carb cookbook. Read more
Published on Jun 30 2000
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Outstanding book on low-carb living!
I really enjoyed reading and frequently refer to Fran McCullough's previous low-carb book, The Low-Carb Cookbook. Read more
Published on Jun 25 2000 by Kate McMurry
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A Fabulous Addition to you Low Carb Library!
My book arrived yesterday & I was up half the night to finish it! I have quite a few Low carb books (including her previous cookbook) and this one is really great. Read more
Published on Jun 7 2000 by A. McManus
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