The Glycemic-Load Diet Cookbook: 150 Recipes to Help You Lose Weight and Reverse Insulin Resistance (Paperback)

~ (Author), Dana Carpender (Author)
Key Phrases: cookie mix, cup vanilla whey protein powder, teaspoon beef bouillon concentrate, The Glycemic-Load Diet Cookbook, Going Low Glycemic Load, Monterey Jack (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Now you can eat up, slim down, and control insulin--with 150 easy recipes that are scientifically designed and sinfully good

Imagine being able to lose weight while enjoying satisfying amounts of delicious food. Now, thanks to Dr. Rob Thompson's revolutionary eating plan based on the breakthrough science of the glycemic load, you can prepare fabulously filling meals that actually speed up your metabolism, curb your cravings, and improve the way you look and feel. These surprisingly hearty recipes, created by bestselling cookbook author Dana Carpender, are designed to eliminate the “glucose shocks” that deplete your natural insulin--making it easy for you to lose weight without feeling deprived. You'll be able to enjoy:

Robust Breakfasts
Spinach Mushroom Frittata, Apple Walnut Pancakes

Lip-Smacking Lunches
Oriental Chicken Salad, Oyster Bisque, Ham and Pineapple Slaw

Mouthwatering Main Dishes
Sesame Short Ribs, Lemon Mustard Pork Chops, Indian Lamb Skillet

Delicious Desserts
Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies, Lemon Vanilla Cheesecake

About the Author

Rob Thompson, M.D., is a preventive cardiologist practicing in Seattle and the author of The Glycemic-Load Diet.

Dana Carpender is the bestselling author of 15 Minute Low-Carb Recipes.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (October 3, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071597395
• ISBN-13: 978-0071597395
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,479 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #71 in	Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Special Diet > Low Fat
  #83 in	Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Healing

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner from Dana Carpender, December 18, 2008

By	Sally (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

A straight forward and immensely useful review of the Glycemic Load Diet plus lots of really delicious recipes. Dana's work is in my experience always well researched, entertaining, educational and makes for fabulous food that contributes to your health. If you're thinking of returning to health this New Year this should be your first buy and if you have Dana's other cookbooks you won't find this redundant, but fresh and inspiring.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Forget The Glycemic Index, Get Delicious Low-Carb, Low-Glycemic Load Recipes From Dana Carpender, March 23, 2009

By	Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Man "Jimmy Moore" (Spartanburg, SC) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

We've heard a lot about the glycemic index in recent years, but not many people know exactly what that means and why they should care. The problem with GI is it is an incomplete equation when it comes to figuring out what impact a particular food will have on the body. A better tool is to determine the glycemic load of what you eat and that's something Dr. Rob Thompson has devoted himself to with his diet plan. In this book of recipes that serves as a companion to The Glycemic-Load Diet, Dr. Thompson teams up with world-famous low-carb cookbook author Dana Carpender to whip up some yummy recipes that are designed to control insulin spikes which lead to weight gain, hunger, and disease. One thing you can always count on when Dana Carpender contributes recipes to a cookbook is variety, mouthwatering dishes, and a commitment to keeping them low-carb. You get 150 outstanding recipes to enjoy for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and everything in between with this book!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner!, December 24, 2008

By	M. Perkins "mmperk" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Dana Carpender has another winner with this book! What I like about her books is that they are what you really want to eat! I love the bran muffins, the curried cashews, and the rice-a-phoney! I'm sure I will enjoy other recipes as I continue to explore the book.