carb lovers diet : The Carb Lovers Diet: Resistant Starch

The Carb Lovers Diet was created by Ellen Kunes and Frances Largeman-Roth, editors of “Health” Magazine. This book dispels the myth that carbs are the enemy when it comes to losing weight and if you select them carefully they can actually help you to release extra pounds.

The authors reveal breakthrough research that shows that certain high carbohydrate foods can boost your metabolism because they contain an ingredient called resistant starch. Eating these foods can act as an appetite suppressant and also produce an increase in the rate of fat burning, a reduction in body fat (especially abdominal fat), an increase in lean muscle mass and a suppression in appetite.

Carb Lovers Diet Basics

According to Largeman-Roth, “We are brainwashed against carbs. But it is the wrong message. Carbs are good for you if you choose the right ones and control the portions – carbs rich in resistant starch may be the magic bullet in weight loss.” These foods can help us to feel more energetic, reduce hunger and boost our ability to burn fat.

The carb Lovers Diet commences with the strict 7-day “Carb Lovers Kickstart Plan” where you limit your intake of calories to 1200 per day and consume four small meals. This plan will eliminate bloating and allow you to lose six pounds in one week.

Following this is the 21-day “Carb Immersion Plan” where you are allowed five small meals a day with 1600 calories and greater flexibility regarding food choices. Once a week, you are allowed to have a treat of chocolate, apple pie, 2 light beers, or 2 glasses of wine.

The Carb Lovers Diet has five ruless:

1. Eat at least one resistant starch food (called CarbStars) at every meal.
2. 25 percent of the calories from each meal should consist of resistant starch with the remainder from lean protein, healthy fats, fruits and vegetables.
3. Pay attention to portion sizes.
4. Avoid deprivation by including your favorite foods in moderation.
5. Create a power pantry (stock up on resistant starch foods).

The foundation of this program is the emphasis on resistant starches, which are specific types of starches, similar to fiber, that pass through the body without being digested. By following the suggested meal plan you will increase your intake of resistant starches from the daily average of 4.8 grams up to 10 to 15 grams.

The Carb Lovers Diet also includes a collection of 85 recipes with a colorful photograph of each meal.