Dana Carpender is an American author best known for her expertise in low-carbohydrate diets. She has written several popular cookbooks and guides that focus on low-carb eating as a means for weight loss and health improvement. Carpender's work often emphasizes the potential benefits of cutting down on sugars and starches and promotes the consumption of whole, unprocessed foods. Her books provide readers with a variety of recipes and meal plans that cater to the low-carb lifestyle, helping those who are interested in adopting such a diet to do so easily and with enjoyment.