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Youngsters on the Carbohydrate Addict's Program for Children and Teens (CAP-CAT) can choose from two equally helpful plans: The Step-By-Step Plan helps your youngster make small lifestyle changes one at time, and The Jump-Start Plan, designed for the older child or teen, leads to quicker, more dramatic results. In both plans, no calorie counting, portion control, or measuring is needed. Physician recommendations can be incorporated easily, and virtually all foods are allowed. "Carbohydrate-Addicted Kids" presents the first program to correct the root cause of carbo cravings. Your youngster's drive for snack foods and sweets will decrease naturally. As insulin and blood-sugar levels become normal again, a new child will emerge. Your child will soon be able to enjoy a wide variety of foods, gain control over weight and behavior, and get the most out of life. This is far more than an eating plan. It can bring balance and freedom to child, parent, and family. "Carbohydrate-Addicted Kids" includes: A simple quiz to determine your youngster's level of addiction Clear facts on carbo addiction: what causes it and what to do about it Exciting and easy recipes for kids and parents on the go, as well as for the time-conscious gourmet Low-fat and vegetarian recipes and special suggestions for the vegetable-phobic child or teen Surprisingly simple strategies for success "Carbohydrate-Addicted Kids" will help you create your own plan for getting your youngster off the blood-sugar roller coaster--for good. Can You Spot Your Carbohydrate-Addicted Kid? Carbohydrate-addicted kids come in all shapes and sizes. See if any of these look familiar. The Locust: Whether slim or overweight, the Locust seems to be ever-hungry and consume great quantities of food. Parents may be unsure whether they're observing a "healthy" appetite or an addiction to junk food, snacks, and sweets. The Rabbit: Often very active, this nibbler would prefer to eat on the run. Some Rab