Schwarzbein Principle

[eleanor]

Hi all!

I have a very supportive doctor who was the one to recommend low carbing and I know I'm pretty lucky to have one who does. I just got a hand out in the mail suggesting the Schwarzbein plan, anyone out there that can give me insight about how well this one works, and a general overview without running out to by the book? I just finished reading Atkins and most of PP and really can't justify buying another one for the collection. I also have Carb Addicts. Is it anything like this?

TIA--Eleanor

[doreen T]

You can read reviews of various low carb plans at our Low Carb Comparisions page. Check it out here (http://www.lowcarb.ca/atkins-diet-and-low-carb-plans/index.html). The reviews have been submitted by our members, and outline program basics and other info from the books.

Hope you find what you're looking for :)

Doreen

[Natrushka]

Eleanor, Schwarzbein is discussed under "Which Plan is right for me (http://www.lowcarb.ca/atkins-diet-and-low-carb-plans/index.html) ?" You can view a synopsis and see a typical menu. Her plan is quite different from Atkins, but more similar to PP's maintenance or the PPLP (lifeplan) Phase II; more carbs, carbs based on activity level etc. She's considered to be somewhat of a purist, but she's got some great ideas and insights (specially for women). I suggest taking a look under the Journal section at both YogaBuff and LisaF's daily routines; they are both following this plan quite successfully.

As for getting the book, don't forget the public library. I'm reading her now and that's where I picked up my copy. If you *really* want your own copy some day check out this site: www.half.com they have books for a little as .75 cents!

Nat

[eleanor]

Thanks for the info! Maybe I'll save it for a treat in a couple of weeks. I still have another week of induction, but I think I'm going to try for two...it would get me through the BIG day and then I won't have any excuses to "fudge" just a little bit, much easier than starting some new til then. I think my sweet tooth is almost under control so there is no use in changing what I'm doing. You guys are a big help! Thanks again--El :D

[BrennaAK]

I can't find LisaF's daily routines in the journals, i can look again, but if you can, can you post a link to it please?

Eleanor, Schwarzbein is discussed under "Which Plan is right for me (http://www.lowcarb.ca/atkins-diet-and-low-carb-plans/index.html) ?" You can view a synopsis and see a typical menu. Her plan is quite different from Atkins, but more similar to PP's maintenance or the PPLP (lifeplan) Phase II; more carbs, carbs based on activity level etc. She's considered to be somewhat of a purist, but she's got some great ideas and insights (specially for women). I suggest taking a look under the Journal section at both YogaBuff and LisaF's daily routines; they are both following this plan quite successfully.

As for getting the book, don't forget the public library. I'm reading her now and that's where I picked up my copy. If you *really* want your own copy some day check out this site: www.half.com they have books for a little as .75 cents!

Nat

[BrennaAK]

nevermind, I found it.

[amandawald]

I'm also following Schwarzbein and doing fine. Pop into my journal if you want to chat about how to do it - well, I'm not saying I'm an expert, but I am convinced by her approach.

amanda