Carbohydrates: What You Need to Know

American Dietetic Association (ADA)

ISBN 10: 0471346705 / ISBN 13: 9780471346708

Edité par Trade Paper Press, 1998

N° de réf. du vendeur 0471346705-3-34878828

Synopsis :

The Truth About Carbohydrates Are carbohydrates fattening? Does sugar make kids hyperactive? Are fiber supplements just as good as the real thing? The questions and myths surrounding carbohydrates abound. But with this book, The American Dietetic Association sets the record straight. You will discover:
* How carbohydrates affect your weight, mood, and physical performance
* How fiber helps to reduce the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems
* Why high-protein diets are based on pseudo-science
* Why high-carbohydrate, low-fat diets are best for weight loss and weight management
* How to get the optimum amount of carbohydrates every day
* And much more!
This book not only will help you understand the role of carbohydrates in diet and health, it will guide you in planning a healthful diet for you and your family.

Présentation de l'éditeur: The Truth About Carbohydrates Are carbohydrates fattening? Does sugar make kids hyperactive? Are fiber supplements just as good as the real thing? The questions and myths surrounding carbohydrates abound. But with this book, The American Dietetic Association sets the record straight. You will discover: ∗ How carbohydrates affect your weight, mood, and physical performance ∗ How fiber helps to reduce the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems ∗ Why high–protein diets are based on pseudo–science ∗ Why high–carbohydrate, low–fat diets are best for weight loss and weight management ∗ How to get the optimum amount of carbohydrates every day ∗ And much more! This book not only will help you understand the role of carbohydrates in diet and health, it will guide you in planning a healthful diet for you and your family.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Carbohydrates: What You Need to Know
Éditeur : Trade Paper Press
Date d'édition : 1998
Reliure : paperback
Etat : Good