What do you think of the Dr. Bernstein diet?
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as a nutritionist i will tell you that Bernstein is a quack, his diet it neither safe nor long term effective. On this type of low calorie diet, the body may degrade lean muscle mass to make up for its requirements in carbohydrate (i.e. glucose) that the brain needs. if you are looking for a book on weight-loss i would recommend reading something by Pritikin.\nI will also be happy to set you up with a weight-loss plan if you email me.
538973
I believe that no diet is the best diet. The human body has a sophistication to marvel at. If we leave the body alone to do what comes naturally, it knows instinctively what it needs. Scientists will take thousands of years to figure out things that the body now knows by natural instinct. I love science, but the media is having a wonderfully lucrative time putting everyone in a frenzy with something new every day that just serves to increase their viewer ratings.
699230
ooo thats a scary thought\nhes too much "do as i say not as i do"\nhe calls people fat and hes fat!\n\ni see us all lying on couches in a doctors office somewhere while Dr.Pill  is finishing up a hard days work and off to put in a couple of golf games before lunch and naptime.\n\ni think in some small ways, we are better off letting an ignorant man make decisions for us as opposed to some of the alternatives  lol
1143129
I've lost almost 5 stone on the Slimming World diet and it works great for me.\n\nIf you have a big appetite, then Slimming World is the diet for you.  You count your "sins" out of your allowance every day, you have one or two dairy choices and two choices from another bunch of food that provides your daily intake of fibre and then depending on what day you choose to do, as much as you want to eat of either meat, or pasta. Not only that but all your fruit and veg is limitless so you never have to hungry.  For example, if I'm still hungry after my chicken and veg dinner, i can go and help myself to another plate, without counting any calories or anything.  And I 'll still lose weight.\n\nEven fruit and veg on Weight Watchers have points value!  Which is silly really!!\n\nSlimming World is the way to go - I'm not saying its easy because no diet is easy, and I did combine my food optimising with regular exercise, but its certainly made me look at food in a totally different way and has done wonders for the way I looks and feel.
534358
the blood type diet is a scam to get your money\nit was one of the many I studied in my nutritionist courses\nyour blood type has nothing to do with how you digest your food \ni would recommend reading anything by pritikin if you are looking for a good book\nI can help set up a weight loss plan for you if you email me
205510
I don't personally know anyone who has had it but I am against it in most situations. Do you really feel like the rewards are greater then the huge risks. Millions of people have lost tons of weight without it so it's rarely ever necessary to have done. Plus, it's a quick fix for a huge problem, people think that after getting the surgery they won't be able to over-eat and that will solve their food issuse but that's not true, I think losing weight the natural way is much better all around in the long run.
899719
I really enjoyed the program.  It really works to get weighed in and have an accountability system to other people as incentive to lose weight.  The meetings are so full of awesome ideas for good foods, dining out ideas, exercise tips, and just general support.  I lost 52 pounds and have kept it off for over a year.  It was way easier and more effective than anything else I tried.  I always balked at the idea of going, because I thought that it was expensive, but the money I saved on eating less food (especially at restaurants) actually balanced it out quite a bit, so my budget was hardly affected.  \n\nCONS for some people:\nCosts money (I personally thought it was worth it because it worked so well)\nNeeds self-control (just like any diet, really)\nIf the meeting leader in your area is a dud, the support might not be great.\n\nPROS\nIt works if you stick to it.\nIt is easy (takes a couple of weeks to learn it, but then you get into a pattern that is easy to keep up)\nYou don't have to cut out your favorite foods (just eat sensible portions of them)\nThe support at meetings can be very good\nLots of on-line support groups for people using the same plan as you, and good support materials are available.\nNo pills\nThey encourage slow weight loss, which is the healthiest and most permanant type of loss (programs that promise quick loss are doomed to fail, most bodies just can't handle it).\nYou don't have to buy special food, just buy groceries like normal. \nThey have a good incentive program for people to keep the weight off...free lifetime membership!
1071980
YES IT WORKS!\n\nSince every diet needs to be tailored to your needs, this plan works.\n\nmy friends parents sell it, and I have never heard of a dissatisfied customer. try it
114676
i don't think it works for everyone but it worked for me!  there are tons of people out there, that's why there are tons of diets out there.  i would suggest trying it for two weeks.  i guarantee you will lose weight!  but will you be able to handle it?  it is somewhat strict in the beginning but as you follow the stages you will get to eat carbs again, i promise!  i lost 87 pounds in about 6 months on atkins and i am maintaining a great body!  i eat about 100 grams of carbs a day and i don't even have to really count any more.  i am used to this diet.  i have been on it for about 2 1/2 years.  i don't miss eating tons of pasta and whatnot because i do eat it.  just not overeating carbs!  there is more info on atkins.com.
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I know this diet and it is for the severely obese used in hospitals to reduce the weight of endangered patients, you are not at all obese and should seriously reconsider doing this to yourself as there could be serious complications.
1153513
I contemplated it briefly, but upon learning more about it, the risks are to high, and the diet is to restricted afterwards.  I have no wish to mutilate myself in such a way.  I'd rather live a short happy life than a long life of always having to be careful what I eat and drink.  I prefer the smaller portions then take a walk approach.  I know that in some cases it is medically necessary to save a life, though.  Just not in my case.
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Actually, I do not believe Atkins is a good diet to be on.  I've seen friends who lost a lot of weight on it, but then started developing weird body odors and constipation (among other problems) probably because of the excessive fat and protein they are taking in.  I believe that when you choose a "diet" to go on, be sure it is something that you can live with for the rest of your life.  Why not look into a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet and a lot of exercise?
401100
Doing the Atkins diet "reversed" my diabetes.  Medically proven.  However, doctors will still bash it. Read the book and try it for two weeks and become a new you.
1095553
i personally would not recommend this diet. any diet that asks you to cut out any main food like carbs etc should nit be used. Just cut out bad starchy carbs like white bread, white rice etc and eat granery bread or rye bread, brown rice etc and have smaller portions.\n\nYes i did lose alot of weight in two weeks from Atkins but i also fell really ill with it, i had no energy, i constantly felt sick and cold, and i found i couldn't face eating anything after a while. The things Atkins get you to eat like cheese and eggs and meat every day are themselves in the long run not good for you. you are also not allowed to eat fruit for a while or certain veg which is maddness!!! I really would not reccomend doing it!
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Some people may not think it's really healthy, but it works for me. Long before I even heard of Atkins, I've been eating a high protien diet. I finally realized this a few years ago when my sister asked me why I thought my hair & nails grew quicker than hers & why I didn't eat as much or gain weight. The major difference was our diets. I'm not a big eater & never have been and when I do eat I usually want someting filling. I eat a good amount of eggs & meat, some dairy ( not big on ice cream or milk, love cheese, though ), at least 3 veggies/fruits a day. I eat beans, nuts, sweets  here & there. I eat small amounts of most things. Half a candy bar, small piece of pizza, handful of berries......I get full really quickly. Even though I like good bread I eat only a small amount of carbs becuz they fill me up quickly, but I end up being hungry an hour or so later............
68027
The atkins diet is good for quick loss but not a long- term diet to do! At least that is what i think!
655906
Dr. Atkins is dead. He was a major proponent of low carb dieting, meaning severely restricting carbohydrates while eating lots of protein. While this method of dieting can bring short term results, it does not lend itself to a reasonable lifestyle for most people. Something like the South Beach Diet is a more balanced approach to reduced carb dieting. \n\nChances are your girlfriend, like most people, will quickly abandon this diet, which has severe limitations.