Although we probably know a little less about Middle Eastern foods and culture many of their favorite dishes are very similar to Mediterranean dishes. I like to think there are more similarities than differences in the two types of foods - especially since very similar dishes can be found in both Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants - and most of it is low carb.

The days are getting shorter, the temperatures cooler, and the leaves are changing color. Autumn is one of my favorite seasons. Since the weather has cooled off, my family looks forward to warm, hearty meals. Like so many busy moms, I prefer simple meals that can often be prepared in just one pot. We offer 3 recipes to help you satisfy your family, while simplifying your workload.

An exotic treat, the rambutan is a sweet fragrant fruit that can be utilized in a multitude of ways. CarbSmart shows how to peel and use this fuzzy little fruit in this month’s Eat What?

I had a great Low Carb Greek Salad at the 41st Annual Las Vegas Greek Food Festival hosted by St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Las Vegas, NV. I couldn't just walk up to one booth and buy the ultimate Low Carb Greek Meal - I had to assemble it myself but it was worth it!

Are you having trouble losing or maintaining a healthy weight during menopause? A Fat Fast and Ketogenic Diet is helping Dr. Judy Suzanne Reis Tsafrir and it could help you too.

The long awaited 100 page paperback edition is now available from Amazon.com. The Fat Fast Cookbook was written by Dana Carpender, Amy Dungan, and Rebecca Latham to help anyone looking to break a low carb weight loss stall or for those looking to kick their body into fat-burning Nutritional Ketosis.

Get CarbSmart's Easy Living Low-Carb Cooking Cookbook for $9.95 Including Shipping! We have a limited number of copies of our Best Selling Induction-Friendly cookbook with slightly damaged covers on sale for $9.95 INCLUDING SHIPPING (in the US).

In the September 2013 issue of CarbSmart Magazine available now in the iTunes Newsstand, we examine Jimmy Moore's new book Cholesterol Clarity and National Breast Cancer Month. The CarbSmart Magazine App now includes the Premiere issue, March 2013: Fat Fast FREE. Just make sure you go to the Library in the App and click on the March 2013 issue.

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CarbSmart Magazine Issue 03: May 2013: Low Carb Picnics & Cookouts: Get in the mood for low carb outdoor food - ribs, zucchini, blue trout, lemon desserts & more. Available in iTunes Newsstands and as a downloadable PDF.

CarbSmart Magazine Issue 02: April 2013: Surprising Health Benefits of Ketogenic Diets. Discover how a ketogenic diet can improve the results of your fitness plan. Available in iTunes Newsstands and as a downloadable PDF.

CarbSmart Magazine Issue 01: March 2013: Fat Fast & The Best of 2012: CarbSmart Magazine's first issue features the Fat Fast and how it can get you back on track with your low carb lifestyle. Restart your low carb weight loss. Available in iTunes Newsstands and as a downloadable PDF.