Avoiding refined carbohydrates came onto the national radar when low-carb diets like Atkins and Sugar Busters became popular.

"They've been a huge part of my diet, along with avoiding carbohydrates."

DS patients also have a higher occurrence of smelly flatus and diarrhea, although both can usually be mitigated through diet, including avoiding simple carbohydrates.

I avoided most carbohydrates and continued to eat many salads and vegetables.

Avoid carbohydrates such as candy, pretzels and chips, which can remain on the tooth surface.

I try to avoid white carbohydrates (white bread, sugar, etc.) because their energising effect is short.

For example, Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, the French 19th-century food writer, insisted that the secret to good health was to avoid carbohydrates.

Avoiding the "Western" style diet that's rich in red meats, saturated fats and trans fats, and simple carbohydrates.

"If I die, it's not going to be because I didn't eat right," said Mr. Dupri, who avoids red meat, fried food and carbohydrates.

I avoid carbohydrates after midday like the plague.