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

Dana Carpender 1,979

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 2,030
If your nutritional program is so good, why do you still take drugs? – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 26

Dana Carpender 1,893
Isn’t It Important to Eat a Balanced Diet? – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 25

Dana Carpender 1,803
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Low-Carb – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 24

Dana Carpender 2,266
ENCORE: Refusing Holiday Food and Staying Low-Carb – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 23

Dana Carpender 2,001

Low-Carb Spring

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

Susie T. Gibbs 2,820

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 2,203
The Couch Potato Greets Spring – Getting Active Again

Kent Altena 1,975
12 Best Low-Carb Spring Foods

Dana Carpender 2,232
Low-Carb Tequila Highballs are a Sugar-Free Summer Treat

Dana Carpender 2,742

The Latest From CarbSmart

Low-Carb Italian Seasoned Green Beans Recipe

This Italian Seasoned Green Bean Low-Carb recipe is super easy. You can use bottled dressing which makes it much quicker to prepare. I prefer the Walden Farms Calorie-Free dressing, but if you are Paleo or Primal, you may choose to make your own. It pairs well with beef, chicken, fish, or lamb and reheats easily if you are bringing it to a gathering. If you don't have fresh green beans, simply thaw out a bag or two of frozen beans and use those.

Low-Carb Stir-Fried Green Bean Recipe

Di Bauer 998

One of my favorite things about this Stir-Fried Green Bean Recipe is the ability to adapt the spices to the meal I am serving. For instance, some meals call for a little spice so I add red pepper flakes. Other times, maybe some lemon pepper or ginger. However you choose to spice them, these beans add great texture to the meal. I like to serve stir-fried beans with Pork Roast and Sauerkraut because the pork and sauerkraut are sort of soft, and these beans add a nice crunchy texture to the meal. I always keep frozen, organic green beans in the freezer just in case I don't have time to run to the store. You can use either fresh or frozen in the recipe without sacrificing taste.

Low-Carb Anytime Green Bean Medley Recipe

Andrew DiMino 1,601

Anytime Green Bean Medley is a great addition to any Lower-Carb Gluten-Free meal. It is simple to make with a nice clean taste that compliments any main dish. It can be served with beef, chicken, fish, or lamb. Although not the lowest in vegetable carbs, it is quick and easy to make and if you don't have fresh beans available, feel free to use frozen beans.

Think Thin Bites Unwrapped Protein Bites by Think Products

Think Thin Protein Bites by Think Products – Discontinued by Manufacturer

Andrew DiMino 1,391

Think Thin Bites 5 Bar Box of 100 Calorie Bars by Think Products

Cantaloupe and Honeydew Chunks with Blueberries Recipe

Di Bauer 1,444

Cantaloupe and Honeydew are not the lowest carb fruits by any means BUT they can fit nicely into a Low-Carb lifestyle that is at or near your goal weight. Add blueberries for a great occasional fruit dessert.

Low-Carb Buttered Wax Beans Recipe

Di Bauer 2,044

This Buttered Wax Beans Low-Carb Gluten-Free side dish is super quick and easy to make and tastes great with fish, chicken, or beef. If you are unable to get fresh wax beans due to seasonal availability or if time is of the essence, you can use an organic canned bean. In the same family as green beans, wax beans tend be lower in carbohydrates and a bit sweeter in taste.

Low-Carb Lemony Green Beans Recipe

Di Bauer 905

Low-Carb Lemony green beans compliment just about any main course. Their fresh and tangy taste will elevate any Low-Carb Gluten-Free meal or occasion. The best part? Kids will love 'em! So whether you serve this as a side dish to a small family dinner or to a big holiday dinner for friends and family, everyone is sure to love it.

Low-Carb Asparagus In Lemon Butter Low Carb Recipe

Low-Carb Asparagus In Lemon Butter Recipe

Di Bauer 1,735

Asparagus In Lemon Butter Low Carb recipe can be doubled to serve 8 to 10 people. Leftovers reheat well and are delicious folded into an omelet.

Low-Carb Festive Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe

Di Bauer 1,438

My Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Festive Cucumber Salad is light and refreshing and is an elegant addition for any event. Whether you are hosting an informal brunch or a sit down dinner, this salad is sure to be a hit. Feel free to make your own and choose your own veggies to add to the cucumbers.

Low-Carb Gluten-Free Steamed Broccoli Spears with Butter Recipe

Low-Carb Steamed Broccoli Spears with Butter Recipe

Di Bauer 1,737

Steam your broccoli perfectly every time! Seasoned with salt, pepper, and a big squeeze of lemon juice, it's a delicious healthy side dish. Add grass-fed butter and serve!