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The revised and updated 3rd edition of one of the first diabetes nutrition books features even more entries and more up-to-date advice than ever.

After author Dennis Pollock experienced a serious diabetic episode, his desire to understand the whys of blood sugar fluctuation, its potential damage to the body, and the ways of prevention led him on a quest for answers.

Carbs are blamed for everything from obesity and diabetes to heart disease and acne. Before writing them off completely, it's important to know that the kinds of carbs you eat, how much you eat, when you eat them, and what you eat them with, makes a huge difference.

Based on more than 40 years of clinical research, this illuminating book unravels the mysteries of nutrition and shows how a low-carbohydrate/high protein diet can help prevent cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, as well as increase strength, endurance, and muscle mass

Proved to be remarkably effective for both Type II diabetics and nondiabetic people with chronic weight problems, the Insulin Control Diet--based on low-carbohydrate and low-caloric intake--allows patients to decrease insulin production and convert stored fat into fuel. In this new edition, Dr. Calvin Ezrin provides updated ADA recommendations and a complete section of revised recipes and meal plans.

Xanthan gum can be added to liquids like gravies, sauces, and salad dressings to give them a creamy smooth texture. It also has the unique ability to hold particles of food together, making it a good stabilizer.

A good healthy food high in protein. Many low carb cookbooks call for a few teaspoons in many of their recipes.

Gluten is the natural protein found in wheat. It is 75% protein. A small amount added to bread flour improves texture and elasticity of bread. Used by commercial bakeries - this puts the home bread baker on par with the professionals. Also used to make a meat substitute.

100% Stone Ground. Provides fiber, lignans, and omega-3 fats. A rich nutty meal added to mixes as a health giving digestive aid.

Oat Flour added to your favorite low carb pancake, biscuit or bread recipe adds true whole grain oat flavor and wholesome nutrition with very few carbs. Check your cookbooks for recipes using this wholesome and nutritious flour.