The Carb Controversy

Streaming video - 2015

Explore the "hype" and "health" of trendy low-carb diets! There is a hush in the nutrition courtroom as the judge prepares to hear a food group cause of action. In this unusual approach to a current hot topic, the controversy centers around carbohydrates. The plaintiff believes all carbohydrates are bad. He seeks a judgment ordering the defendant to stop making health claims about carbs. The defendant is fighting to protect the right of carbohydrates to be honored as necessary nutrients for life. Each side makes their case about simple and complex carbohydrates. There are food exhibits and expert witnesses testify about carbohydrate energy sources. The true facts about carbohydrates are revealed and a surprise witness sa...ves the day. What's the verdict? Ah, you'll just have to watch until the end. more