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Low-Carb Diet for Vegetarian

Q. How does a vegetarian achieve a low carbohydrate diet? I thought I was eating healthily, but my blood sugar is creeping up and my waistline is over 38 inches.

A. Belly fat is linked to heart disease (Obesity Reviews, online, April 27, 2011). Carbohydrates contribute to this problem, so a low-carb diet can help reduce belly fat (presented at the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting, 2011).
To learn more about the specifics of such diets and our favorite foods and recipes, we are sending you a copy of our new book from National Geographic, The People’s Pharmacy Quick & Handy Home Remedies. It is available online at PeoplesPharmacy.com. Nuts, soy protein and low-starch veggies are the keys to success.

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About the Author
Terry Graedon, PhD, is a medical anthropologist and co-host of The People’s Pharmacy radio show, co-author of The People’s Pharmacy syndicated newspaper columns and numerous books, and co-founder of The People’s Pharmacy website. Terry taught in the Duke University School of Nursing and was an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology. She is a Fellow of the Society of Applied Anthropology. Terry is one of the country's leading authorities on the science behind folk remedies..
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