I noticed on another part of this forum that someone had posted a recipe and deducted the fiber count of an ingredient from the carb count for that ingredient. Can someone explain this and how is works? Is it from Atkins or another lo carb plan? It intrigued me. Thanks, K

Hi,

I'm not sure about other plans, but DANDR does give a fiber discount. According to the Atkins plan, as fiber is an indigestible form of carbohydrate, it does not convert to glucose and, thereby, raise one's blood sugar level. One can "get more bang" for the carbohydrate buck by eating fiber-rich carbs. [See DANDR 2002 pp. 74-77.]

Cheers

I haven't gotten the new Atkins book yet ... I don't know if this subjest is addressed in the older copy I have. I picked up on deducting firer from reading the Protein Power books.

I follow Atkins AND use the fiber deduction. I am much happier and satisfied with more salad and other vegetables.

Have a successful Saturday.

Nancy