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How does Atkins work?

allanon — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:26:37 +0000

Here it is, as simple as we can make it: When you eat too many carbohydrates (carbs), your body burns some of those carbs for energy and stores the excess carbs as fat. When you eat fewer carbs – especially white flour and sugar, your body begins burning fat as it’s primary fuel source.

That’s how Atkins works – you learn to eat the right foods and change your body from a carb-burning to a fat-burning machine.

Lots of great things happen when your body starts burning fat instead of carbs:

You lose weight – We say you can lose up to 15 pounds in the first two weeks of the program*– and that’s just the beginning. Of course it always helps if you’re active. That means take a walk, mow the yard, play tennis with your kids. By eating the right foods and being active, you’ll be well on your way to reaching your goals.

You keep the weight off – Once you turn your body into a fat burning machine, you’ll learn how to keep it that way and keep the weight off. We make it easy for you. We teach you how to enjoy your favorite foods wherever you are – quick meal ideas at home, delicious recipes for your family, in-between snacks and the best foods at your favorite restaurants.

You enjoy a healthy life – Isn’t that what it’s all about? Of course, looking better is a great benefit too. But because Atkins works with your body, you can reduce a variety of health risk factors, including those associated with cardiovascular disease, hypertension and diabetes. Adding moderate activity will be a natural, which will tone your muscles and help you look even better.
So to summarize, this is how Atkins works:

* You eat the way your body was designed to eat.
* That means lean protein and vegetables, plus other good carbs – high-fiber fruits, nuts and whole grains.
* Your body turns from a carb-burning to a fat-burning machine.
* You get to your optimal weight.
* You keep the weight off.
* You feel healthy, energized and fantastic.

*Results not typical. Individual results will vary.

Read the full Atkins Nutrition Program.

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Atkins Nutritional Program

allanon — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:00:18 +0000

The article is adapted from the Atkins Nutritional.

WHAT IS THE ATKINS APPROACH?

The Atkins Nutritional Approach is a powerful, long-term plan for weight loss and weight management that works unlike any diet you’ve ever seen or tried. Atkins is a totally different way to look at food – it will show you that eating the right foods can actually change the way your body works – change you from a fat storing to a fat burning machine

It’s powerful – This plan is powerful because it works. It works by teaching you how to eat the right foods – the foods that turn your body into an amazing fat-burning machine. That’s what makes Atkins truly unique. You eat the foods your body was meant to consume, you start burning fat today, right now – and you get powerful, long-term success.Want more powerful facts?

Click here to see How it Works

It’s easy – The program is made with you in mind and based on your goals and how you want to reach them. The individualized eating plan is divided into four phases. You can start your program in any phase – we’ll help you figure out where to start and help you all along the way.

It’s healthy – Atkins is about eating delicious and healthy foods, which makes it so much better than any of those fad diets out there. You eat a variety of your favorite foods – lean protein, leafy greens, vegetables, nuts, fruits, whole grains.

It’s flexible – Atkins teaches you to eat the right foods to keep your body burning fat, no matter how busy you are. So you can stick with your program at work, at home, on vacation, when you’re eating out, wherever you are. Why? Because you’re choosing the right foods, not eating expensive, pre-made diet meals. Atkins is more enjoyable, easier, less expensive and more flexible too.

It’s backed by science and consumer success stories – Over 50 studies support the science behind Atkins. In fact, we have all sorts of research on this site as well as story after story written by people who’ve been on Atkins.

HOW DOES ATKINS WORK?

Here it is, as simple as we can make it: When you eat too many carbohydrates (carbs), your body burns some of those carbs for energy and stores the excess carbs as fat. When you eat fewer carbs – especially white flour and sugar, your body begins burning fat as it’s primary fuel source.That’s how Atkins works – you learn to eat the right foods and change your body from a carb-burning to a fat-burning machine.Lots of great things happen when your body starts burning fat instead of carbs:

You lose weight – We say you can lose up to 15 pounds in the first two weeks of the program*– and that’s just the beginning. Of course it always helps if you’re active. That means take a walk, mow the yard, play tennis with your kids. By eating the right foods and being active, you’ll be well on your way to reaching your goals.

You keep the weight off – Once you turn your body into a fat burning machine, you’ll learn how to keep it that way and keep the weight off. We make it easy for you. We teach you how to enjoy your favorite foods wherever you are – quick meal ideas at home, delicious recipes for your family, in-between snacks and the best foods at your favorite restaurants.

You enjoy a healthy life – Isn’t that what it’s all about? Of course, looking better is a great benefit too. But because Atkins works with your body, you can reduce a variety of health risk factors, including those associated with cardiovascular disease, hypertension and diabetes. Adding moderate activity will be a natural, which will tone your muscles and help you look even better.

So to summarize, this is how Atkins works:

You eat the way your body was designed to eat.
That means lean protein and vegetables, plus other good carbs – high-fiber fruits, nuts and whole grains.
Your body turns from a carb-burning to a fat-burning machine.
You get to your optimal weight.
You keep the weight off.
You feel healthy, energized and fantastic.

IS ATKINS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Find out here – in Atkins nutrition.

FOUR PHASES FOR OPTIMAL DIET BALANCE

The Atkins Nutritional Approach (ANA) is an individualized eating plan that helps you reach your goals, whether you want to lose weight, maintain your weight, increase energy, be healthier, or just feel great. It’s a powerful plan that’s backed by science and supported by millions of success stories.The plan has four phases – and you can start with any phase. As we said, Atkins can be completely individualized based on where you are and where you want to go.

Introduction: Jumpstart your metabolism and lose weight in fast initial rate at quick steps. You can start seeing results in a short period of time.

Ongoing weight loss: Experience the power of the Atkins Nutritional Approach as you add delicious foods back into your diet and continue steady weight loss.

Pre-maintenance: Get ready for the rest of your life – here’s where you find the perfect balance of foods to maintain your optimal weight.

Lifetime maintenance: This is you, eating some of the best foods on earth, being completely confident, from now on.

These four phases allow you to easily tailor your program based on your very individual goals. In each phase, you’ll learn to choose the right foods to get where you want to be.No matter where you start, you’ll want to remember these ten tools for success. We call them the Atkins Big Ten — Tips for Success; they’ll help you stay on track, no matter what phase you’re in.

Atkins Diet

allanon — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 13:07:42 +0000

The low carb classic!

More than 30 years ago, Dr. Robert Atkins introduced his low-carb diet, now popularly known as the Atkins Diet. While this low-carb phenomenon has had critics over the years, there are still proponents who live by Dr. Atkins’ dietary plan.

Dr. Atkins introduced his Diet Revolution in 1972 as the diet that would have you never look at dieting the same way again. The Atkins Diet participants dramatically reduce the carbohydrates in their diets and replace them with high-protein foods through four phases: Induction, Ongoing Weight Loss, Pre-Maintenance and Maintenance.

Carbohydrates, Dr. Atkins says, belong in two categories: favorable and non-favorable. When you first begin the Atkins diet, you will cut your carbohydrates drastically and as you move through the four phases, gradually re-introduce favorable carbs.

The Atkins Diet boasts that you’ll be able to continue enjoying foods that most weight-loss methods reject. You’ll start the Atkins Diet in the Induction phase, which is primarily intended for initial weight loss and removal of extraneous carbs. You’ll only be allowed 20 grams of net carbs, this can come from non-starchy vegetables and salads. This phase can last 14 days, although some prefer to extend it to hurry weight loss.

Next you’ll move into the Ongoing Weight Loss Phase. You’ll consume an additional 25 grams of net carbs and this will increase by five grams as weight loss continues.

The third phase is Pre-Maintenance. You’ll begin this stage of the Atkins Diet when you are 5-10 pounds from your goal weight. You’ll increase your net carbs 10 grams per week, as long as you continue to lose the last few pounds.

You’ll then need to learn your ACE (Atkins Carbohydrate Equilibrium), based on maintaining or gaining weight. The ACE will determine the amount of carbs you’ll need to maintain your goal weight during the final Maintenance phase.

Increased protein consumption and removing processed food that your body converts to sugar will help you reach the goals of the Atkins Diet- weight loss and consistent insulin and energy levels during the day. Atkins dieters comment that they remain fuller longer and some studies have shown the added benefits of decreased cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

FOOD & RECIPES

By removing the extra carbs in your diet, and not reducing calories, Atkins allows you to enjoy flavorful favorites like steak, eggs, bacon, cream and butter. Atkins followers are directed to remove white bread, pasta and rice, baked goods and chips. Dr. Atkins’ books and website provide a comprehensive list of Atkins-approved foods.

EXERCISE

Exercise takes center stage in the Atkins plan. Plenty of exercise information and tips can be found at www.atkins.com.

EXPENSE

Atkins has a wide array of food products formulated to their diet philosophy. The plan is also available at eDiets.com for about $5 a week.

PRO

Atkins is known for tasty foods that disregard fat content. So, most carnivores will enjoy it. Don’t think that doesn’t mean that you don’t need plenty of vegetables either!

CON

There’s considerable work involved with the different levels of the plan. Plus, there’s the ever present debate as to whether a high-fat diet is good in the long haul. That said, Atkins isn’t totally about red meat and butter. You can eat leaner protein sources and still adhere to the plan.

CONCLUSION

Atkins is often mislabeled as red meat and more red meat. While it’s allowed, there are plenty of other lean protein sources to choose from. It’s doubtful that most people will follow Atkins for life, but it may be OK if you’re looking for a plan to springboard you into weight loss… just as long as you are willing to consider healthy choices after you’re done.

common misspellings: Atkin Diet, AtkinsDiet, Aktins, Atkns, Atkins Deit