I haven't done the course, so I can't offer any recommendations there. However, I took my daughter to a Registered Dietician to plan a food program for her, because she has only one kidney, and thus, cannot do low carb. She also has two diabetic parents. I was pleasantly surprised. The dietician put her on a controlled carb food plan, which was higher than Atkins but lower than the typical low-fat food plan. I think you may be surprised - the food educators are becoming more aware of carbs.