Is Atkins Diet economical?
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The Atkins Diet is dead and buried and has been superceded by the likes of the GI diet.  The reason it's joined all those other dead and buried diets is that it doesn't work.\n\nIf you want to lose weight then exercise more and eat less.\n\nIf you want to lose money then follow a diet.
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here are some good pros and cons for the atkins diet.\n\nBenefits \n\nThere is no need to cut out the food you like best like meat, cream, cheese and other high fat foods. \nBecause you can eat as much as you like of the permitted foods, you don't get hungry. \nBecause so many foods are permitted, there is greater variety on the Atkins Diet than on low calorie diets so the risk of cheating is small. \nNot all carbohydrates count in the total allowance. Those rich in dietary fibre can be eaten more freely because fibre is not digested. This allows even more latitude in food eaten. \nIt is argued that a low carbohydrate diet is more natural for the human body because grains in the form of wheat, rice, etc, only became a regular part of our diet 10,000 years ago so our bodies have not had time to evolve to cope with them satisfactorily. \nSome reseach indicates that people with type 2 diabetes have better insulin function and better blood sugar control on a low carbohydrate diet. \n\nDisadvantages\n\nAlthough a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine is sometimes cited as providing evidence that the Atkins Diet works, in fact its conclusion is that although more weight was lost at the end of 6 months on the Atkins Diet than on a low calorie diet, after one year, the difference was insignificant. \nThe same study found that both types of diet, Atkins and low calorie, had a large drop out rate so it seems the apparent choice of food on the Atkins Diet is not a sufficient inducement to keep people on it. \nThe metabolic processes involved in using fat for energy instead of carbohydrates can lead to increased uric acid and ketones which can cause kidney problems, gout and headaches. \nThere can be low amounts of dietary fibre on the Atkins Diet leading to constipation and chronic bowel disease. \nSome experts believe that the high amounts of animal fat eaten on the Atkins Diet can have a bad effect on cholesterol levels and can lead to cardiac disease. \nThere is some argument that a reduction in carbohydrates automatically leads to a reduction in calories because many high fat foods are unpalatable in large quantities without carbohydrates. For example, many people would not want to eat an egg without bread either fresh or toasted, or a burger without the bun or at least potatoes. \nThe Atkins diet doesn't conform to the American Heart Association's dietary guidelines for a healthy heart.
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Yes it does work. If you look at the plan it is designed like the atkins and south beach diet it makes it simple. I found for myself it still wasen't simple enough. if you want a dummy proof plan that will save you money ot the end go to this link.
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if you need to lose weight quickly and without exercising then doing the atkins diet will drop the pounds of very quickly...very few carbs and lots of protein..long term weightloss is healthier and by having a few carbs and more protein is better than no carbs at all..you will loose weight more steadily..also eat your largest meal in the day rather than the evening as you are more likely to burn off the calories
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My personal experience is that weight watchers is easier to live with in the long term.  It is not a fast weight loss though, it really does require a long term lifestyle change to get good results.\n\nI found that Atkins and South Beach diets did not make me feel good - although I know several people who have been very successful with them.  Try checking the South Beach diet out of the library and see if you think that the program is simple and clear for you to follow.
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Sounds like the Atkins diet to me.\n\nIs she dieting? Maybe ask her.
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People can call it what they want, but Atkins will work.  But you have to follow it exactly.  If you don't want to do Atkins, try South Beach.  Keep up with the exercise!
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hi protein, low carb.  eat less than 20 carbs a day for two weeks and you will drop more than 10 pounds.  be careful and dont do this for more than two weeks.  it is hard on your body to process the protein.  \n\nthis diet is the induction phase of the atkins diet.
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Not sure, but I heard yesterday that apparently the Atkins wasn't as effective as thought to be
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I did the Atkins diet for 5 weeks and shed about 5 kg. However, if you don't drink enough water then it can get dangerous.. Also, I felt quite hungry on it during the work day. I ate lots of cheese at night which was a bit naughty, but i still lost the weight. It was the fastest weight loss I've experienced. \n\nSince then i've kept it off by exercising. :)
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Southbeach diet.  It's healthier than atkins.  I've done both and they both allow you to lose weight really fast, but southbeach is easier to stay on in the long run.
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The Atkins Diet is a type of low carbohydrate diet that was made popular after, Dr. Atkins, its developer published his first book in the early 1970s. The first low carb diets were developed over a 100 years and Dr. Atkins was the person who really helped popularize the diet. The diet uses various phases of eating where carbohydrates are reduced in varying amounts to help with weight loss. You begin the diet eating minimal carbs the first few weeks and slowly re-introduce them back into your diet over time.\n\nMany studies have been published over the last couple of years to support Dr. Atkins claims and information.
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I wouldn't be concerned yet unless you feel bad/weak.\nThe Atkins Diet definitely works.\nBut it's good that you know it's bad for you. When you don't eat Carbs (your body's first used energy source) your body tells itself that you are starving, so it switches to burning protein and fats (including your body's fat stores which is why the diet works so well.) Your body does need carbs again eventually though. If you do the Atkins Diet more than once in your life or for more than about 12 weeks, you can cause slight but permanent brain damage.\n\nAnd you can definitely survive on one meal a day, but it slows your metabolism (another form of your bod's starvation compensation) so you aren't burning as many of the calories you are eating. This is ok for now but it may be difficult to speed your metabolism back up later, which is a big reason people bounce back to their old weight after dieting.
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Well, you've just stumbled (accidentally) upon the whole premise behind the much vaunted Atkins Diet. Many people, some of my friends in particular(!), think that the point of Atkins is to eat nothing but meat and avoid carbohydrates completely, thereby not taking in any useless calories.\n\nNay, the point to Atkins is to eliminate carbohydrates for a short time, and the re-introduce them slowly until you start to regain weight. That way, you can determine your daily needs and then eat accordingly.\n\nThe daily requirement that you speak of, say 2000 calories, is the amount of fuel you need to sustain life, i.e. respiration, digestion, mitosis, etc. plus a little bit so you can still walk and talk. That figure is, of course, a generalization at best (hence Atkins) and you may need more or less depending on your metabolism. Metabolism is something that varies with age too, so you need to take that into account. It slows down as we get older, and that's when we start getting those 'problem' areas that are hard to control.\n\nThe whole process of losing weight is further complicated by the way that our bodies store fat. We maintain a fat reserve which is intended for short bursts of energy when we need it. For overweight people (even slightly overweight) this reserve never gets used up, so they never actually lose 'real' weight, and a day or two later they find that they're back to square one. Maybe you've seen the "48 Hour Hollywood Diet" advertised in television. It promises to help you lose up to 10 pounds in two days simply by drinking the special drink. The fact is that if you don't eat for two days, you will lose about 10 pounds anyway, special drink or not.\n\nSo in order to start losing your long-term fat deposits you must do some form of exercise, and maintain a lower than normal calorific intake. Despite the almost daily 'revolutionary' products that constantly hit the market, the only really surefire, safe way to lose weight is the method that doctors have been promoting for years.
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Hey what's up...\nI know how you feel, I've been there, but in my case I was on a low budget and wanted to loose it super fast and easy, I couldn't afford any fancy programs, or the time it takes with some atkins diet, so, I found something that has worked so well for me and will work for you too. \nI have made a 100% turn-around and the results have been simply amazing. Now do not worry, I won't keep this secret to myself, I'll go ahead and share it. When you think about it is is really logical and research from some of the worlds top Doctors/PHD's recommend this. CAUTION this will give great results and will take will-power and you will enjoy complete satisfaction…NOW, LET ME INTRODUCE THE TEN RULE\n\n1.Replace all sugary sodas and fattening artificial juices with pure water and organic teas (occasional juices are o.k. but they will delay weight-loss)\n\n2. Eat an excellent breakfast every day... Make Meals colorful with nuts and grains, fruits n' veggies,dairy,meats... etc.\n\n3. Don't just eat HUGE meals a day but instead have 6, yes 6 little ones... you can make it fun and you won't feel so hungry. If you are full stop eating. \n\n4. Exercise and also just like eating you can do 6 portions of exercise in between...\n\n-push-ups\n-lunges\n-running or fast walking\n-squats\n-weights\n-or any fun activity (golf,sk8boarding,swimming)\n(DO WHAT YOUR DOCTOR RECOMMENDS THE ABOVE IS ONLY A SAMPLE )\n\n5. DO NOT EAT AFTER 7:30\n\n6.If you get sleepy or loose some energy take a quick,brisk walk outdoors\n\n7.Do not eat and watch TV \n\n8.Keep yourself motivated (listening to music or planning a tasty supper can help)\n\n9.Get plenty of rest\n\n10.LAUGH, yes laugh there are many great laughs on youtube\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOTHER FACTS\n\n\nToday there is too much information available on losing weight that has become more confusing and sometimes difficult to follow. It’s actually very easy to lose weight if you follow my weight loss tips.* Be in right frame of mindBefore you can start any diet program you need to be in the right frame of mind. If you do not feel good about yourself you probably will not want to choose healthy foods. You cannot expect the act of going on a diet to make you feel better about yourself. The only way you can choose to eat a healthy diet to lose weight is if you have a positive self-image.* Eat whole foodTop weight loss tipsEat whole foods that are as natural as possible. When you eat whole foods that are full of nutrients your body will know how much to eat and how much not to eat. You do not have to count calories because your body is a wonderful machine.* Eat fresh fruitEat at least two servings of fresh fruit every day. Choose whatever type of fruit is in season.* Drink enough waterDrink the best weight loss supplement known to man, water. Most people do not know the difference from being hungry for food or thirsty for water. A great deal of times people eat when they should drink. Most likely you will not feel as hungry if you are getting enough water. You will be satisfying the thirst, which is confused for hunger. Water also helps you digest food better. Drinking water before you eat will help fill you up.* Always chew your foodAlways chew your food well. Chewing your food well will ensure that you get the most nutrients out of your food. Getting the most nutrients will satisfy your body therefore you will eat less. Another benefit of chewing well is that it helps aid in digestion.* Take small mealsEat small, frequent meals in a day. Large meals tax your digestion system, making it work harder. Taking too much time in between meals makes you hungrier for the next meal.* Include protein at mealInclude good sources of protein at meal, chicken, fish, legumes, peanut, cottage cheese, eggs or yogurt.* Shut off TV while eatingShut off the TV whenever you eat – that includes meals and snacks. Studies show that we automatically eat larger portions when we snack in front of
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Berries like strawberries, blueberries etc are the best. Another good one is avocado, which is really nice. Check out the Atkins website to have a look at their carb counter table.
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Actually, a big idea that is going on right now is actually eating more carbs. The Atkins diet actually is centered around this new fad, and many are in agreement that it works.\n\nIf you want to skip the whole counting calories business there are some eating habits you can take on and still eat the same food as everyone else. Portion control is vital if you want to lose weight, and eating slowly helps your stomach decide when it is full. You want to try not to eat with your eyes.\n\nBy eating healthy snacks throughout the day you actually shrink your stomach. At mealtimes you're not as hungry and you eat less. When you eat just a few big meals a day, your stomach expands and your capacity to eat increases. So what you want to do to lose weight (and keep it off) is develop eating habits that let you eat slow and frequently. Trust me, this works. Hope I've been helpful!