Sue, you are absolutely right, it depends how much exercise you had before the 75 gr.

The GU that Dr. Trager mentioned - is 25 gr carb only, and recommended to take ONE after every HOUR exercise.
25 gr - after running 600 cal - a little better ratio:-)))

And you are right, to emphasize PASTA, muffin, etc - definetely gives the very wrong picture for people.

My favorite is berry/high fat youghurt shake with some no carb protein.