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"The American body is plagued by obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. In Fast Carbs, Slow Carbs, the follow up to his bestselling book The End of Overeating, Dr. David A. Kessler explains how we can reduce heart disease, keep weight off, and reduce chronic disease"--
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Macro Diet For Dummies teaches you everything you need to know to master the popular meal plan that has helped athletes, celebrities, and people just like you build lean muscle and lose fat for good. On the macro diet, you track macronutrients instead of calories, so you know you're giving your body the correct balance of daily nutrients to feel energized, strong, and healthy. And the great thing is that, as long as you balance your macros and meet...
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Carbohydrates are the body's primary energy providers. This book discusses the main forms of carbs, how they are created, and why they are important. It explains the differences between simple and complex carbohydrates and between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. It details how carbs are broken down in the digestive system into units small enough to be distributed through the bloodstream, absorbed by cells, and converted into energy....
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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.
10) The everything guide to macronutrients: the flexible eating plan for losing fat and getting lean
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"Learn about the basics of macronutrients--carbohydrates, fats, and protein--how to count them, and how to successfully lose weight in this new guide! Are you trying to diet but still get tempted by a slice of pizza or a juicy burger, knowing you won't be able to say no? By following a macronutrients plan, you can have your favorite foods without ruining your diet. Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are three of the most important nutrients found in...
11) Starchy foods
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The Healthy Eating series explores each of the main food groups in a fun and informative way. Young readers will learn where food comes from and which foods are best for their bodies.
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Carbohydrates give the body energy. This title explains why people need to eat carbohydrates and the best foods to get these nutrients. 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, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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"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...
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