No-Guilt! Carb Diet Cookbook

Many believe that carbohydrates like potatoes, pasta, breads, cereals, rice, and many fruits and vegetables are forbidden foods. But that s not the case. Carbohydrates are essential nutrients, the human body s primary source of energy, and they help regulate blood sugar levels and protect muscles. They also might be one of the secrets to losing weight.<br><br>The No-Guilt Carb Diet Cookbook can help you understand carbohydrates and show you how to build a healthy diet around them. Not all carbs are created equal, so it is important to choose the best ones: whole grains, legumes, fruits and vegetables. These fiber-rich foods digest slowly and help you feel full sooner, which means you are more likely to eat less. <br><br>The No-Guilt Carb Diet Cookbook provides valuable information on stocking a carbohydrate-friendly kitchen, along with tips for carb-smart shopping, and snacking. Recipes for dishes such as Banana Split Breakfast Bowl, Jamaican Black Bean Stew, and Mediterranean Pita Pockets were developed with good-for-you carbs, and they also taste delicious. Here are more carb-friendly recipes from the No-Guilt Carb Diet Cookbook:<br>Ham and Egg Breakfast Panini<br>Southwest Corn and Turkey Soup<br>Seasoned Chicken with Beans and Rice<br>Wilted Spinach Salad with White Beans and Olives<br>Macaroni and Cheese with Mixed Vegetables<br>Cherry Parfait Crunch<br><br>Nutrition information, including carbohydrate count, accompanies all recipes, and a color photo of the completed dish accompanies many of the recipes.