This fully updated and revised second edition‎,‎ part of the successful food Counter series‎,‎ is the essential guide for all dieters‎.‎ An estimated 59 million Americans are following a low carbohydrate eating plan‎.‎ Let the nutrition experts help you sort through the carbs that are best for you‎!‎ 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.‎ Nationally known nutritionists Natow and Heslin show you how to use the low carb trend to your advantage‎.‎ Inside you‎'‎ll find‎:‎ How different carbs fiber‎,‎ sugar and starch affect your body differently How to select a carbohydrate eating plan that is right for you The difference between natural sugars and added sugars‎,‎ how to recognize them‎,‎ and why your body needs one and not the other ‎"‎The Ultimate Carbohydrate Counter‎"‎ is your go‎-to guide to keeping an eye on your carb intake when you shop‎,‎ eat out‎,‎ or grab a quick snack‎.‎‎"‎