Articles Index
Carb Information for Mushrooms
White (button) mushroom information, including carb and fiber counts, calories, nutritional information and glycemic load of mushrooms.
7 Facts to Know about Carbohydrates
The bottom line conclusions of our Understanding Carbohydrates series -- the most important facts to know about carbs.
Carbs in Broccoli
Broccoli information, including carbohydrate and fiber counts, calories, nutritional information and low-carb recipes.
Carbs in Apples
Apple information, including carbohydrate and fiber counts, calories, nutritional information, and low-carb recipes containing apples.
Foods Forbidden on the Paleolithic (Paleo Diet, Caveman Diet)
A description of foods forbidden on the Paleo or Paleolithic diet, including differences between authors. The diet is also called the Cave Man Diet, Hunter-Gatherer diet, Stone Age diet, Neanderthin and others.
Foods Allowed on the Paleolithic (Paleo Diet, Caveman Diet)
A description of foods allowed on the Paleo or Paleolithic diet, including differences between authors. The diet is also called the Cave Man Diet, Hunter-Gatherer diet, Stone Age diet, Neanderthin and others.
Low-Carb Passover
How to control your carbohydrate intake during Passover and at Passover Seder.
Carb Counts for Strawberries
Strawberry information, including carbohydrate and fiber counts, calories, nutritional information, and low-carb recipes containing strawberries.
10 Things to Stop Doing When You're on a Low-Carb Diet
10 things to stop doing to make it easier to stay on a healthy low-carb diet.
How to Get Started on the South Beach Diet
Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet: Learn how to start on the South Beach Diet, what to eat, how to make menus, how to get support, etc.
Carbs in Red Peppers
Red Bell Pepper information, including carb and fiber counts, calories, nutritional information and low-carb recipes.
How to Get Started on the Atkins Diet
Six steps to help you get started on the Atkins Diet.
Valentine's Day Menu Ideas
Thinking about making your honey a romantic dinner for Valentine's Day? Here are some tips to make the evening romantic, stay within your low-carb diet, and not feel too stuffed for romance!
Low-Carb Eating in Italian Restaurants
The secret to controlling carbs in an Italian restaurant? Think and eat like an Italian!
Low-Carb Super Bowl Party
Lots of recipes and ideas for yummy low-carb things to eat at Super Bowl Parties
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
How to cook spaghetti squash - cut up or whole, by baking, boiling, microwaving, or even in a crock pot. Storage tips.
How To Make Low-Carb Trail Mix
Trail mix is often loaded with sugar. Here's how to make it sugar-free and low-carb.
Getting Through the First Week
Getting through the first week of any change is the hardest part. Low-carb diets have special challenges, but if you're prepared for them, you can breeze through. Applies to Atkins, South Beach, and any diet with very-low-carbohydrate phase.
Top Ten Low-Carb Diet Mistakes
The top ten more common low-carb diet mistakes, and how to correct them.
Carbs in Quinoa
Quinoa nutrition information, including carbohydrate and fiber counts, calories, protein, and glycemic index and load.
Seven Steps to Greater Carb Control
Would you rather cut carbs gradually rather than all at once? Here are some steps you can take to make it easier to control your carbs and stick to a low-carb diet.
High-Fiber Low-Carb Food List
Counts for fiber and usable carbs in some high-fiber low-carb foods.
How to Overcome Fat Phobia
We are surrounded by messages condemning fat in our diets. Here are some facts about fat, and how to go about adding healthy fats to our diets.
Q&A: Is Whole Wheat Bread a Good Choice on a Low-Carb Diet?
A reader asks about eating whole wheat bread. Isn't it a nutritious choice?
Carbs, Fats, and Calories in Nuts and Seeds
This chart shows the calories, types of fat, and carbs in various nuts and seeds, including omega-3 and omega-6 fats.