How to Do Pre-Maintenance, Part 1
Phase three is crucial to getting your weight under control for good, but it is also about taking control of your life and your health. To reduce your long-term risks for conditions such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension and diabetes, there is nothing more effective than maintaining a healthy weight. But learning how to make choices Read More
How to Deal with Temptation
It may be unrealistic to think that once you’ve reached your goal weight, you will never again overindulge again, but there are ways to minimize the damage. Your trusted friends—the foods that are rich in protein and good fat and helped you reach your goal weight—are also your allies when it comes to dealing with Read More
Holiday Recipe Menu 2008
2008 Atkins Holiday Menu AppetizerCheddar and Scallion Pie Squares SaladField Greens, Pears, and Gouda Main Dish Maple-Mustard Glazed Ham Main Dish AlternateRoast Chicken with Wild Mushrooms Side VegetablesBroccoli Florets with Lemon ButterRosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes DesertMaple Walnut Bread Pudding Read More
Get grilling! Your low-carb grilling guide
Steak, burgers, poultry, fish, pork and even fresh produce are naturally low carb and are a delicious part of your Atkins meal plan. And they all taste great hot off the grill! Here’s everything you need to know about grilling, plus some of our favorite low-carb grilling recipes. General Grilling Tips Give it a rest. Read More
Eating Out on Atkins: Real-life restaurant tips from Atkins Success Stories
When you think about starting a low-carb weight-loss plan, many people assume that indulging in a delicious meal at their favorite restaurant will soon become a thing of the past. Not so fast! Eating out while on Atkins can be just as easy, enjoyable and satisfying as before. Take it from the following folks, who Read More
Alleviate Stress with Atkins: Six Foods That Will Help You Beat the Stress
Many studies show that eating right and being active are very effective natural stress relievers. So, if you’re following Atkins, you’re off to a great start! Even better, many of the foods you eat on Atkins have stress-busting properties. If you haven’t already, try stocking up on the following foods. Serenity awaits! Asparagus. This Phase-1 Read More
Eat Eggs for Breakfast to Accelerate Weight Loss
One of the central areas of disagreement between Atkins and the conventional dietetic establishment has been over the role of calories in weight loss. Conventional dietetics claims that all calories are created equal, and calories are all that matters when it comes to losing weight. At Atkins we completely agree that calories are important- but Read More
Doing Atkins Easily
All you need to know to master the basics of the Atkins Diet. Believe it or not, Atkins isn’t primarily about losing weight. Instead, it’s a lifestyle that enables you to take control of your weight—and your health—for good. Nor is Atkins all about eating beef and bacon. You’ll find you can eat a variety Read More
Declare Your Independence from Carbs! Say no to processed carbs and embrace this season’s freshest veggies
Do you constantly crave cupcakes, bread, chips and French fries? The next time you reach for one of these carb-filled items, remember that empty carbs like these raise and drop your blood sugar levels and contribute to the extra pounds you are trying so hard to lose. With Independence Day coming up, what better time Read More
Comparative Effects of Low-Carbohydrate High-Protein Versus Low-Fat Diets on the Kidney
Summary Background and objectives Concerns exist about deleterious renal effects of low-carbohydrate high-protein weight loss diets. This issue was addressed in a secondary analysis of a parallel randomized, controlled long-term trial. Design, setting, participants, and measurements Between 2003 and 2007, 307 obese adults without serious medical illnesses at three United States academic centers were randomly Read More