We have usually heard the typical phrase: Bread makes you gain weight. And this is what we hear from those who are dieting. The reality is that bread does not make you gain weight; all these foods provide carbohydrates, which are nutrients that the body requires in larger amounts and should constitute between 50% and 55% of the total calories in the diet. There is a common misconception that carbohydrates make you gain weight. Their caloric value is 4 kilocalories per gram, similar to proteins, while fats have a caloric value of 9 kilocalories per gram. For the same weight, fats provide more calories, meaning that foods rich in fats are more caloric than foods rich in carbohydrates. Let's not kid ourselves; in many cases, what increases the calories of bread is the accompaniment (butter, cold cuts, cheeses, etc.), which are mostly high-fat foods. Cooking Recipes Here are some delicious pound cake recipes that also help you maintain a nutritious diet. (we recommend clicking on the recipe title for more details) Zucchini Pound Cake If you have never had zucchini pound cake, the idea might sound strange, but... this cake is delicious and sweet! In fact, it doesn’t taste like zucchini at all, and has a delightful flavor. Almond Pound Cake A delicious almond pound cake recipe that can be served at tea time or for breakfast. Raspberry Pound Cake Rich raspberry pound cake with a hint of cinnamon. It is served with a vanilla whipped cream. Enjoy it with the person you love the most. Light Banana Pound Cake A very tasty low-fat banana pound cake recipe that is high in fiber. Carrot Pound Cake with Honey Delicious carrot pound cake, very healthy and low in calories. Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake This pound cake is lemon-flavored and contains poppy seeds. It tastes delicious when paired with berries like blackberries and raspberries, and a touch of whipped cream.