Warning: Carbs Make Us Hungry

I know this newsflash is very old news to long-time low-carbers, but I sure wish
 the word would get out to more people - carbs make us hungry!   And even when we aren't hungry, they make us want to eat anyway!  This is one of the problems with thinking that it's all about calories, and that it doesn't matter where they come from.  We know better, and science agrees! Have a happy, healthy week - Laura

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Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Warning: Carbs Make Us Hungry I know this newsflash is very old news to long-time low-carbers, but I sure wish  the word would get out to more people - carbs make us hungry!   And even when we aren't hungry, they make us want to eat anyway!  This is one of the problems with thinking that it's all about calories, and that it doesn't matter where they come from.  We know better, and science agrees! Have a happy, healthy week - Laura Alert for those who have used our Discussion Forums on About,com, including the Low-Carb Diets Forum: Tomorrow will be the last day for About.com Forums.  I plan to start spending time on my Facebook page (I have been sadly neglectful to this point), so I hope to see you there!   Laura Dolson Low Carb Diets Expert Carbs Make Us Hungry How scientists are looking at what happens in our bodies and brains with different mixes of carbs and fats, using milkshakes.  If you need motivation to help you get rid of the sugar and other carbs in your diet, this may help!    READ NOW The Problem with Processed Foods One of the studies I talk about in the above article compares how hungry we get when the carbs send our blood sugar way up (as processed carbs tend to do) vs ones that don't.  What are processed foods anyway?  Why should we stay away from them?  Here are some reasons, and a couple of great books on the subject that I recommend.  Of course, the food industry isn't taking all this lying down: see The Food Industry Fights Back with some amusing videos about how good processed food is for us. READ NOW Make Your Carbs Count A low-carb diet isn't automatically a healthy one.  Here are 7 tips for getting the most nutrition for the least amount of carbohydrate. Check out more information about Low-Carb Nutrition. READ NOW Cinnamon May Help With Blood Sugar Who would have thought that plain old cinnamon could be so good for you? The nutrition and health benefits of cinnamon, along with recipes. It could be especially beneficial for diabetics and those who are insulin resistant. In fact I know diabetics who swear by it to help control blood sugar. READ NOW Featured Articles • The Udder Truth about Cow’s Milk Alternatives for Milk Allergy • Try This Low-Carb Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling • How Strong is Your Upper Body? Take the Pushup Fitness Test and Find Out • Eat Quercetin Rich Foods for Muscle Recovery • The 20-Minute Weight Training Workout For Seniors • Reduce ED Risks with Exercise • Here's What Happens in a Clinical Thyroid Evaluation • Ancient Secrets for Creating a Happy Life Advertisement About Low Carb Diets  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Low Carb Diets newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.