Insulin secretion predicts success of fat loss
If you’re like most people, you’re probably confused by the enormous amount of research on fat loss. While lower-carbohydrate, higher protein diets consistently seem to produce fat loss – not to mention improvement in important blood measures like triglycerides– many people also seem to have good results on conventional low-fat diets. Other programs that have Read More
High -Fructose Corn Syrup Has a Press Agent!
After years of media reports linking the increasing consumption of high-fructose corn syrup with the growing obesity and diabetes epidemics, the Corn Refiners of America have decided to fight back with a series of misleading commercials designed to persuade you that this stuff’s not so bad after all. Not so fast. Up until the 1970s, Read More
Atkins Is a Low-Glycemic Approach
You may have heard the term “low glycemic” in the media and in discussions about weight loss, but Dr. Atkins was on to it many decades ago. With Atkins, it’s easy to know which foods have the lowest glycemic impact. It’s All About Sugar “Glycemic” simply means “relating to sugar.” The higher the glycemic impact Read More
Ask the Nutritionist: What are Sugar Alcohols
Q: What are sugar alcohols and how do they impact Net Carb count? A: Many low-carb products are sweetened with a form of sugar called sugar alcohols. Sugar alcohols come in the form of ingredients such as glycerin, mannitol, sorbitol, xylitol, erythritol, isomalt, lactitol and maltitol. Sugar alcohols provide a sweetness and mouth feel similar Read More
Why Essential Fatty Acids are Essential
Once you’ve decided on an appropriate basic vitamin and mineral formula, this other vital nutrient group should be part of your supplement plan. Ever wonder why your doctor advises you to take one baby aspirin a day? It’s because it thins your blood and helps it flow more easily through your veins, carrying nutrients to Read More
Want to Extend Life?
Getting the most from your calories by choosing nutrient dense foods high in protein, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats is a great health strategy, no matter what your goals. What about counting calories? There’s been a recent spate of articles in the popular press about the life-extending effects of reducing calories. Calorie reduction Read More
5 Low Carb Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes
Don’t miss out on your favorite holiday classics like pumpkin pie just because you’re on a low carb diet. Atkins offers a variety of Thanksgiving dessert recipes that will allow you to join in on the fun without worrying about the carbs. Browse our five favorite traditional dessert recipes for Thanksgiving below. 1. Pumpkin Pie Read More
4 Low Carb Ground Turkey Recipes
Turkey isn’t just for Thanksgiving. Ground turkey recipes make for delicious and low carb meals year-round. That’s because ground turkey is an incredibly versatile ingredient that’s easy to cook with, whether you’re making a breakfast hash or tasty burger. If sticking to a healthy diet is a personal goal, then Atkins has four easy and Read More