Life is full of carbs....I have decided that it is easier to exercise more and co-exist with them. I don't want to have to deny myself birthday cake at a party, an ice cream in summer or cereal in the morning. It's just too hard, and too depressing. People talk about having carb cravings, I don't get set off in some craving tizzy just because I had sandwich with bread, so I don't get that whole thing. I do however have cravings for delicious food in general.
I find that the "everything in moderation" adage really works. I never fail to lose weight on a balanced lower calorie and more exercise plan. My problem is portion control. I eat too much of EVERYTHING, including the healthy stuff!