"Carbohydrates give the body energy. They are in many foods people eat each day. But some carbohydrates are healthier than others. Your Body on Carbohydrates uncovers the nutritional benefits of carbohydrates, how they interact with the body, and how to include them as part of a balanced diet. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary,...

All kinds of foods, from breads to veggies to your favorite candy bars, have carbohydrates in them. But despite what you may have heard, carbs are not all bad. Athletes certainly know this, which is why they "carbo-load" before big games. This book explores starches and other carbs, helping you tell the good from the bad. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...

Start taking a more biologically oriented look at the foundations of organic chemistry by investigating compounds known as carbohydrates. Examine Fischer projections of their two main classes, aldoses and ketoses; learn how cyclic sugars help create disaccharides and polysaccharides used in everything from fruit preserves to body armor; and more.

While the breakdown of carbohydrates provides the energy needed for all human functions, excess carbs can significantly disrupt good health. Exploring the complex relationship between carbs and the hormone insulin, you'll learn which carbs are best eaten at certain times of the day based on your individual total nutrition and workout schedule.

The first of its kind cookbook expands the uses of Splenda, proving that it is versatile enough to be used in many different recipes for all types of meals.

"A book about carbohydrates that explores what they are, what kinds there are, and how they affect the body"--

Describes what carbohydrates are, what types of foods contain them, how they are digested and used to produce energy, and their role in a healthy diet.

"Jenny Ruhl is the creator of the Bloodsugar101.com web site. She has been reading and analyzing medical research about diabetes since her diagnosis in 1998"--Back cover.

Dr. David Perlmutter has transformed the way more than a million people around the world understand and approach their health. But how exactly do we implement these changes realistically, and what else can we do to prevent disease, diminish or eradicate chronic conditions, lose weight, and add more robust, productive years to our lives?

"All over the world, people have been looking for ways to lose weight and build lean muscle while still eating all the foods they enjoy. The macro diet has gained popularity with its flexible approach to eating that allows all food groups and simply requires keeping track of your macro intake. But calculating those macros and planning meals around them can be both confusing and time consuming! In Macronutrient Basics, you'll find easy-to-understand...