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Eat It Again! How Repetition Rewires Your Taste – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 27

Dana Carpender 1,943

Every taste is an acquired taste. If you’ve just recently gone low-carb, say as a New Year’s resolution, you may be overwhelmed by the sheer difference from your old diet. I encourage you to do so rather than using low-carb breads and such to make your low-carb diet resemble your old diet. Those can be useful. Bridge foods helping you to find a new normal, but not only are they, yes, processed foods often overpriced and sometimes deceptively labeled.
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Carbs Count, But How? Understanding Net Carbs vs. Total Carbs – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 28

Dana Carpender 1,973
If your nutritional program is so good, why do you still take drugs? – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 26

Dana Carpender 1,853
Isn’t It Important to Eat a Balanced Diet? – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 25

Dana Carpender 1,769
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Low-Carb – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 24

Dana Carpender 2,235
ENCORE: Refusing Holiday Food and Staying Low-Carb – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 23

Dana Carpender 1,970

Low-Carb Easter

Russell Stover Sugar Free Assortment, 17.75 oz bag – New for 2023!

Andrew DiMino 2,992

Handcrafted in small batches using copper kettles and kitchen mixers for superior chocolate taste & quality. Now made with Stevia Extract! Enjoy this delicious five-flavor assortment of individually wrapped sugar-free chocolates. Providing all the mouthwatering experiences that will satisfy any chocolate craving. Contains Sugar-Free versions of Dark Chocolate Mint Patties, Chocolate Candy Pecan Delights, Chocolate Candy Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Candy Coconut, and Chocolate Candy Caramel.
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Peeps Sugar-Free Marshmallow Chicks

Andrew DiMino 6,625
Russell Stover Sugar Free Jelly Beans 7 oz. bag

Andrew DiMino 2,880
Low-Carb Green Eggs & Ham Easter Recipe by Dana Carpender – Includes Video

Dana Carpender 3,360
Low-Carb Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Frittata Recipe by Dana Carpender – Includes Video

Dana Carpender 2,754

The Latest From CarbSmart

No January Blues Allowed – Celebrating Your Low-Carb Lifestyle in January

Hey, here we are in the New Year once again. In our household, we had nothing but fun from Thanksgiving until this red-hot moment. Great holiday goings-on! "Yes," I hear you sigh, "we had fun in December, but the dark, cold days of January are upon us, and with them, no hope for a good time until at least Ground Hog Day, next month."

My Momma Told Me… Ya Better Shop Around!

Chandra Morgan-Henley 1,429

Low-carb shopping can be hard on the budget, particularly if you are purchasing hard-to-find or specialty items. Where should you look for your groceries, and how can you be sure you're getting the best price?

How Do I Cook Low-Carb? Or, Is There Life After Starches?

Chandra Morgan-Henley 1,159

One of the questions I hear most from new low carbers and would-be low carbers is, "How do I make food interesting without potatoes, rice, pasta, and so on?" That is, indeed, one of the greatest challenges to everyday low carb cooking.

Alicia From Pennsylvania’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 1,327

Alicia from Pennsylvania is 33 years old and 5' 4" tall. Alicia has been following the Atkins program since July 23, 2002, and dropped from a high weight of 234 pounds to 190 pounds. Her dress size has shrunk from a size 20 down to a size 16. Alicia's goals are to weigh 135 pounds and wear a size 10.

Jeff Martell From Ontario, Canada’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 1,263

Jeff Martell from Ontario, Canada, is 46 years old and 5' 6" tall. He has been following the Atkins program since February of 2002, and has dropped from a high weight of 276 pounds down to just 190 pounds! His waist has shrunk from a size 48 waist to a 40! Jeff's goal weight is 175 pounds, and he's well on his way.

Low-Carb Lesson #36: Judy’s Low Carb Crab-Stuffed Zucchini

Amy Dungan 1,273

Low Carb Cooking 101 If you have kids, you know that it’s difficult to get them to convert to a lower carbohydrate style of eating. After a while they greet every new culinary concoction with a fish-eyed glare and mutter, “Is that low carb?” If it is, they immediately inform …

Basic Low-Carb Staples for Stocking the Low Carb Kitchen

Chandra Morgan-Henley 1,242

When you first begin low-carbing, it can seem a daunting task to prepare your kitchen. Not only do you have to divest yourself of all those high carbohydrate staples in the pantry and fridge, but you'll quickly discover that many of the more interesting recipes call for ingredients you've never heard of! Xanthan gum? Soy lecithin? Vital wheat gluten flour? Rice protein powder? How are you ever going to know which items you really need and which are so esoteric that they'll take up space in your cupboards forevermore?

2002 Low Carb Success Stories (45 stories)

Andrew DiMino 1,354

CarbSmart Low-Carb Success Stories from 2002.

The Twelve Days Of Low-Carb Christmas Part II: The Aftermath

Denise C. Lopez 1,193

OK, here we go. In the last article I wrote entitled "The Twelve Days of Christmas," I detailed my plan to avoid gaining those dreaded "10 holiday pounds" that everyone gains. Well, needless to say, IT DIDN'T WORK! You know when those low carb "gurus" warned us about the one bite being the "kiss of death" on this way of life? Well, they were right! It is so hard to control the cravings and binge eating that the "one bite" produces.

Cathie From Florida’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 761

I am happy to report to my CarbSmart readers that Cathie from Florida reached her goal size of a 5/6 right before Thanksgiving!

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Low Carb Cooking 101

Low-Carb Spring

Top 10 Tips to Quickly Spring Clean Your Low-Carb Meal Plans

Susie T. Gibbs 2,791

Spring is a magical season. It feels fresh and new and like rebirth. Spring is filled with possibilities and motivation and a sense of anticipation. In Texas, spring is just a glorious three-day precursor to a miserable nine month extravaganza inside the humid oven we Texans like to lovingly call the Texas Gulf Coast. Join Susie T. Gibbs as she shares her top 10 tips for keeping your Spring meals low carb, light, and satisfying!
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Radishes with Sweet Cream Butter & Sea Salt Recipe

Susie T. Gibbs 2,173
The Couch Potato Greets Spring – Getting Active Again

Kent Altena 1,949
12 Best Low-Carb Spring Foods

Dana Carpender 2,203
Low-Carb Tequila Highballs are a Sugar-Free Summer Treat

Dana Carpender 2,704

Recipe Videos

Low-Carb Fat Fast Gelatin Whip Recipe – Includes Video

Di Bauer 3,804

This Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, High-Fat, Fat Fast Gelatin Whip recipe makes 5 200 calorie servings, which is all you need for one day of the Atkins Fat Fast. Of course, you don’t have to eat all 5 servings in one day but this is delicious and filling enough way if you wanted to. You could also alternate them with other Fat Fast food choices.
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Cocoa-Peanut Porkies Recipe – Dana Carpender’s Low-Carb for Life Video #3

Dana Carpender 2,316
Low-Carb Ham, Cheddar, and Broccoli Quiche Recipe by Dana Carpender – Includes Video

Dana Carpender 2,904
Dana Carpender’s First Zoom Low-Carb Lunch Video

Andrew DiMino 2,193
Low-Carb Fat Fast Coffee with Heavy Cream Recipe – Includes Video

Di Bauer 3,147
Low-Carb Coconut Butter Recipe – Dana Carpender’s Low-Carb for Life Video #4

Andrew DiMino 2,050
Low Carb Pancake Recipe with CarbQuik with Video

Andrew DiMino 5,718

Low Carb Success Stories

Byron From Texas’ Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 1,001

Byron from Texas is 23 years old, and 6' 2' tall. He began his low carb journey in March of 2000 topping the scales at 360 pounds, and he had a 54-inch waistline back then. Byron is currently a pound under his goal weight, tipping the scales at 179, and he now has a 34-inch waist!
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My Journey to Low Carb Part 2: Committing and Recommitting to Low Carb Eating

Tara Grant 1,479
The Secret to Long Term Low Carb Success

Hank Garner 1,302
Dale From Melbourne, Australia’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 1,044
Gerald And Linda From New York’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 878
Jennifer From Kentucky’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 746
Alicia From Alabama’s Low Carb Success Story

Julie Westly 974

Celebrating All of Your Low-Carb Holidays

Russell Stover Sugar Free Assortment, 17.75 oz bag – New for 2023!

Andrew DiMino 2,992

Handcrafted in small batches using copper kettles and kitchen mixers for superior chocolate taste & quality. Now made with Stevia Extract! Enjoy this delicious five-flavor assortment of individually wrapped sugar-free chocolates. Providing all the mouthwatering experiences that will satisfy any chocolate craving. Contains Sugar-Free versions of Dark Chocolate Mint Patties, Chocolate Candy Pecan Delights, Chocolate Candy Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Candy Coconut, and Chocolate Candy Caramel.
Read More »
Peeps Sugar-Free Marshmallow Chicks

Andrew DiMino 6,625
Russell Stover Sugar Free Jelly Beans 7 oz. bag

Andrew DiMino 2,880
Low-Carb Green Eggs & Ham Easter Recipe by Dana Carpender – Includes Video

Dana Carpender 3,360
Low-Carb Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Frittata Recipe by Dana Carpender – Includes Video

Dana Carpender 2,754

Keto Low-Carb Irish Stew Recipe

Dana Carpender 2,480

This St. Patrick's Day, indulge in a traditional Irish feast without straying from your low-carb or keto lifestyle! Our Keto Low-Carb Irish Stew recipe brings the heartwarming flavors of Ireland right to your table, offering a delicious blend of tender meat and savory broth that's sure to please your palate. Crafted with health and taste in mind, this stew is not only easy to prepare—requiring no meat searing—but it's also a nutritious alternative that doesn't compromise on the rich, comforting essence of the classic dish. Whether you're celebrating your heritage or simply looking for a cozy meal to share with loved ones, our Keto Low-Carb Irish Stew is the perfect addition to your St. Patrick's Day menu. Join us in making this festive day a guilt-free culinary adventure!
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Crunchy Keto Low-Carb Coleslaw with Almonds Recipe

Dana Carpender 2,673
Low-Carb Gluten-Free Red Cabbage with Bacon and Caraway Recipe

Di Bauer 3,113
Low-Carb Stir Fried Cabbage Recipe

Di Bauer 2,703
Old-Fashioned Low-Carb Cole Slaw Recipe

Di Bauer 1,963