The Smart Carb Guide to Eating Out

I first purchased this book in its first, self published edition and was blown away. I was already eating 'zone' (i.e. proportions of 40-30-30 of Carbs, Protein and Fat calories) and a big fan, but it was such a hassle figuring out what to eat at restaurants, especially fast food. Because of work, I often had to resort to this option, so Tracy's book was a welcome resource, and I have used it often over the years, especially recently. At first glance, it may appear that meals are way too small to be satisfying (for an average woman, a meal of 350 calories, for example, which may be Wendy's spicy chicken sandwich with no mayo and only the bottom half of the bun), but that is the magic of the zone- by eating enough fat and protein with your carbs, your body is triggered to feel full and happy on an appropriate amount of food. For me, just going to Wendy's feels like a treat, and if I can have a frostee with my meal (one of the other meal options), I don't feel deprived. Incorporating the meals in this book with other 'zone' eating is helping me lose weight and not feel hungry.

After reading this book, I was amazed at how simple her concept and rules are. She does all the math for you, it's so simple to follow. In fact, it works out perfectly for my busy, on-the-run schedule. What more could you ask for, YOU CAN EAT OUT AND LOSE WEIGHT!

In this type of society where men as well as women work, there is not enough time to prepare a healthy meal. Thanks to Tracy Jones I can eat the right food outside the home. I can work and know that I always can go to a fast food or family restaurant and get the right amount of food without worrying about counting my calories or carbs. Another important benefit of following the menus she describes in this book is the level of energy that you have after eating. I can go back to work and I have such a high level of energy that you might think that I took a nap. I am now alert all the time and I am not hungry for four hours since I feel satisfied with what I ate. Finally, the snacks in between keeps me going the rest of the day. I also really enjoy the recipies of the salads that I can prepare at home. Furthermore, my insulin level is going to be controlled because I am eating a balance diet (40-30-30). I will be a healthy person. This book explains the diet in a very simple and easy way to follow. Thank you for making one part of my life easier.

This book is great. I eat fast food anyway, now I can lose weight and be healthier while doing it. This is an easy book to follow.

I love the way the author explains what's going on in your body as food interacts with processes like producing (or NOT producing) fat! The intro by Dr. Barry Sears ("The Zone") was impressive, and this book is SO great to have when eating at fast food restaurants. Thanks!