Just Received Denise Austin's 'Eat Carbs Lose Weight'

This book was actually published in 2005, but the name caught my eye, and it was inexpensive, so I ordered it. Personally, my body responds to the low carb-high protein diets. But I sooo miss carbs while on them so that's another reason I was interested in it.

Now, I haven't had much time to get into the meat of the book, but the plan seems simple enough. It's a 50-25-25 breakdown of carbohydrates to protein and fat. There's a meal plan, but you aren't tied to it. If you prefer more freedom you can design your own meals. You just apply this formula to each meal:

• 45 grams of carbohydrate
• 3 to 4 ounces of protein
• one to two servings of fat

For snacks, you should have:

• 15 to 20 grams of carbohydrate
• Approx. 60 to 80 calories
• A bit of fat and protein (nuts, avocado, etc.)

And A dessert consisting of:

• No more than 15 grams of carbohydrate
• 100 to 140 total calories

The first chapter explains why carbs got a bad reputation, why low-carb diets don't always work, and what the Glycemic index and loads are.

Chapter two explores carbs, what they are, how they promote weight loss, how you can get fewer cravings, better digestion, improved memory and health, and increased energy.

Chapter three tackles how to eat high-carb foods without going overboard.

In Chapter four you'll see how to eat the right carbs to curb your cravings for the wrong ones.

And then Denise will explain why exercise is so important and what her "excuse-proof" plan is.

There's also nearly 100 yummy recipes, the quiz that will help you diagnose and avoid carb addiction and hopefully, if you follow the plan, you should be able to drop a dress size (or pants - for you guys) in just 4 weeks!

I'll be reading more in the next few days and trying it out! I'll let you know what I think. If you've read/tried the plan, let me know your experience on it.