Short, sweet and a great reminder to exercise more, reduce fat calories and consume carbohydrates with a low glycemic index rating. Clearly explained, my choices of carbos will change because of the information in this book. Unfortunately, their A-Z table of low GI foods is very limited, which puts a damper on really using this information to the fullest extent. I enjoyed the suggestions for meals and do believe I can lose weight by following the recommendations in this little, but impactful book.

Finally, after many years of not being able to lose weight on low calorie, low fat diets, I have succeeded. Who knew that rice cakes and no fat pretzels were part of the problem. The book is extremely informative and has a wonderful selection of low G.I.meals.

I was unfortunate enough to take a class on neural development where this text was our primary text. The book is written in the format of what appears to be journal articles, or reviews by various authors on the different subjects. It is not written in textbook style. Furthermore, in this manner of writing, the book does not provide enough background information on the subjects that it covers. It automatically assumes that the reader fully understands the subjects that it is intending to teach. I do not recommend this as a primary text for a class. It would serve a wonderful job as a supplement for a class or to provide someone knowledgable in developmental neuroscience a "refresher" or update on what is currently known in this subject. However, I do not feel that it should be used to TEACH developmental neuroscience.

This is not a textbook for students but an excellent series of reviews by top level scientists in the neural development domain. Very detailed information on the subject with a good parallel between drosophila and vertebrate studies. An absolute requirement in the lab.

A CD-Rom jammed with articles from EXECUTIVE EXCELLENCE. I actually got my copy as a bonus for subscribing a couple of years ago. Many of the articles are interesting, but they are all quite short, almost MTV-ish. This seems to be the preferred style for this publication. If you are a fan of Warren Bennis, or one of the writers who regularly contribute to that publication, this is a good way to pick up some new material from your favored writer. The articles are on a variety of topics, which means that there will probably be something for everyone with an interest in this subject, but by the same token, there will be a lot that won't interest you. The CD includes a search engine that is workable. I benefitted from the magazine and the CD, but they didn't set my world on fire.

This guide picks up very well where the original Glucose Revolution end. It covers how the glycemic index can be used in enhancing sports performance by discussing when to eat foods with different GI's. The books begins with an overview of the glycemic index (good enough that you may not need to read the original book) and then moves into discussing it's impacts on sports nutrition. It closes by presenting several case studies that give examples of how the GI can be intergrated with various sports programs.

For general athletic events this is a good book. It is well written and is a quick and easy read -- you can get the main points out of it in about 30 minutes. The material in it can be useful to anyone that engages in physical activity, not just athletes.

However, it doesn't cover how the glycemic index and carbohydrate consumption can be used to increase lean body mass and decrease body fat. Weight control is dicussed, but there isn't much emphasis on the difference between body fat and muscle. I was looking to understand how I could use the glycemic index to help increase lean body muscle and decrease body fat. The book didn't answer this question for me, but it was enjoyable read regardless.

Although a new revision is due out soon (with S. Mathes as lead author/editor), this remains one of the most comprehensive sources of Plastic Surgery knowledge. A must have for any Plastic surgeon or resident. Highly recommended.

With all the horror stories we hear about teachers being fired and sued over decesions they made about punishment and what to teach and how to teach, this book is a gold mine. It provides information on just about any topic a teach may encounter. Not only does it have great information, it is also written with few "legal trade" words.

What the heck does that have to do with what the "Glucose Revolution" is about? What a joke!
I found the book to be a good repreive from the Atkins pundits. Atkins seems to link all carbs into two major categories with very little real evidence as to how it effects the insulin levels. Not all carbs are equal and can't be lumped into two simple divisions. Raw carrots do not equal cooked. "....Revolution" has some real answers.
I know people that have lost "10 pounds a week" on Atkins plan without stepping back and examining what that "weight" actually is. Let's do the math. sparing all the physiological details: 3500 calories per pound of body fat times 10lbs, equals about six days of running at ten hours each! (35,000/10 calories per minute/60 = 58 hours of running) Where does the weight come from? Not likely to be fat lose with Atkins plan!
Better to get advice from sources that have the numbers from sound science.

This book has had one BIG use since its first edition: the introduction of the concept of Glycemic Index (G.I.) which makes it clear that not all carbs are created equal. The G.I. measures how fast the carbs in a food get translated into glucose (which travels in the blood). As most diabetics should know (I am one of them -Type 2, since October 2002), violent blood sugar rises is something that most people (athletes excepted, ocassionally, perhaps) should avoid. This is where this book's meat and bone truly lies: the presentation of this concept plus very useful tables (a ton of pages of them!) of G.I.'s of most foods, which should come in handy when choosing what to pick in the grocery store or the restaurant.

On the flip side, there are some VERY conflicting views presented in the book: "the most important message is that the diet should be low in fat and high in carbohydrates." (quote from page 55). This thought disturbed me, after a year of successfully applying a low-carb lifestyle. With the new edition the above approach was not changed, but rather a new concept was introduced: that of the Glycemic Load. Think of it as a sort of weighted average that combines the quantitative (amount) component of carbs with the measure of the glycemic index (more on the qualitative end), yielding a net measure that should be a better indicator of how healthy a particular food is for you. It's too soon to say whether this Glycemic Load concept has any positive effects at all, but it makes perfect sense. To err on the safe side, I will give the book 4 stars: improved if you compare it with the original edition, but too soon to know whether it will work or not.

This book is more than a diet book, it is a complete guide to better nutrition. Yes, it will help you in your quest to lose weight but even better it will guide you in developing a more eating-right-for-a-lifetime diet. The book is easily read and followed, a terrific pathway to better health.
Beverly J Scott

there's no art in thomas kinkade's work. he uses the most saturated palette that would just burn the artistic sensitive eyes with the phonny promise of an utopia. like junk food for the stomach, his "art" is the junk food for the soul. god forbidden anyone pursuing a career in art lay eyes on his work.

Compiled by M. Stephen Doherty, and enhanced with both an introduction and commentary by Thomas Kinkade, The Artist In Nature: Thomas Kinkade And The Plein Air Tradition is a full-color visual showcasing of Kinkade's artwork in the "plein air painting" style, as well as his truly exceptional talents for capturing the spirit of country living. An ideal addition to any personal, professional, art school, community library Art History reference collection, The Artist In Nature is endorsed as a thoughtful commentary wherein brief captions enhance the highly enjoyable artwork in an outstandingly presented and impressive collection.

Many are familiar with Kinkade's studio work but his best work is featured in this book. Lovers of the impressionist style who have never been attracted to the babbling brooks and idealic cottage scenes that epitomize Kinkade will see their concept of his work change. It is said that the mark of a great artist is the mastery of more than one style. Kinkade reveals himself as a great artist through this book.

The Glucose Revolution offers sound advice on the metabolism of carbohydrates. Understanding the glycemic index of the carbohydrates we consume can have significant benefits on our health. This book is based on a an important premise and explains the effects of various foods on our blood glucose levels in an easy-to-understand way. My contention, however, is the lack of distinction between healthy and unhealthy foods. As an example, the authors' state, "soft drinks, candy, honey, sugar, flavored milk and ice cream are actually very concentrated sources of carbohydrate that can be used to supplement your diet." This is absurd, especially considering the authors' supposed credentials. The authors' give sanction to the junk food eaters. The idea that non-nutritive foods can be used to supplement the diet is ludicrous! Instead of citing examples of healthy alternatives they succumb to presenting the benefits of eating white bread and candy. While its important to understand the relative position of the carbohydrates we consume within the glycemic index, and when to utilize high and low glycemic foods, the notion to utilize non-nutritive junk as a supplement is never justified. The authors', all of whom tout impressive credentials, should be ashamed to put their names on this book. They took an important subject and catered it to the masses who need further sanction to indulge in an unhealthy lifestyle.

The information contained in this book can give you the will power to stay on your current diet, by eliminating between meal hunger. A great companion book to weight watchers 1-2-3 program or for those who think they are addicted to carbohydrates. After reading this book, you'll find that it isn't carbohydrates that are causing you to over-eat, but rather the type of carbohydrate you are choosing. By choosing foods with a low glycemic instead of those that are high, your blood sugar remains stable. For example, grapes have a G.I. index of 46 where, cantalope has a G.I. index of 65. By eating the grapes instead of the cantalope, you're stomach empties slower... your blood sugar level remains stable... and you last longer without needing food. After adding the information I learned in this book to my weight watchers program, I've lost more weight in the past six months than I did in the prior two years on the program. It feels more natural, I don't feel deprived and I don't struggle between meals. The information in "The Glucose Revolution" virtually eliminated my hunger pains.I highly recommend this book!

I found this to be an excellent, well-written book that explains the very sensible notion of the glycmic index (GI) -- a measure how much sugar a given food adds to your blood in a gievn time. By knowing the GIs of the foods you eat, you can gain better control over your desire for food and have better control over your appetite and energy level. The concept is very well explained in the book and there is lots of information in the book (including recipes) of how to specific foods that will have a low (and healthy) GI index.

A good thing about this book is that it is easy to understand and does not take a lot of effort to implement. It is easy to identify what types of food are better than others (e.g., most vegeatbles rather than bread) and the only effort is to include more of these foods in your diet. If weight loss (and maintenance) is your goal, then lower fat foods should be included in your diet. A good thing aboue this approach is that you don't need to give up "bad" foods, just combine them in moderation with other foods to average things out.

In summary, the book is a very good reference for understanding the concept of GI and making permanant changes in diet. A definite buy!