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16 Tips for Success on the Atkins Diet
Following these 16 tips will help you stay on track and get started on Atkins: Understand what you are eating and how Atkins works. Atkins is all about eating right. You’ll learn which foods your body needs to lose or maintain weight, how to easily reduce the amount of added sugar and other empty carbsRead More
More Info on Atkins 40
What I’ve always found that is so great about Atkins is that it truly adaptable to people with all levels of carb intolerance. Now, with the introduction of Atkins 40, you can start the Atkins program with 40 grams of Net Carbs, which adds even more flexibility. And so far, the feedback from all ofRead More
The Happy and Stressful Holidays
There’s no doubt about it. The holidays are here! We’re out shopping for gifts, maybe attending a few holiday parties and busy making plans to celebrate with our families. I know I can’t wait to spend quality time with my family! There’s also loads of stress around this time of the year which often leadsRead More
Saturated Fat: Friend or Foe?
New research shows that a diet high in carbs may increase your risk for diabetes and heart disease, not a diet high in fat. In fact, even doubling or almost tripling levels of dietary saturated fat did not increase total levels of saturated fat in the blood, according to a controlled diet study just publishedRead More
Atkins Stocking Stuffers
Are you wracking your brain for great gift ideas for your friends and family? Here’s a list of health-oriented, low-carb-friendly stocking stuffers for almost anyone in your life. Go for gadgets. Fitness trackers from Fitbit and Jawbone can track daily steps, sleep habits and heart rate. Perfect for the active person in your life. GetRead More
Be the First to Hear About Atkins 40
I could not be a stronger defender of Atkins—it is a science-driven nutritional plan that works. I’ve seen the results first-hand. What I like even better about Atkins is its continual evolution, based on new science and the needs of all of you who are following the diet. Our goal has always been to helpRead More
My Favorite Atkins-Friendly and Delicious Thanksgiving Treats
Thanksgiving is less than a week away and I don’t know about you but I’m excited to be spending time with my family and of course all the fabulous food! Most people think it’s totally impossible to be on Atkins during Thanksgiving, but between you and me…..they’re wrong! There are now so many delicious andRead More
Give Thanks for Atkins!
Following Atkins? Who said you need to feel deprived on Thanksgiving? I’ve got delicious low-carb Thanksgiving recipes for every Phase, plus a sample meal plan, to help you thoroughly enjoy this holiday without guilt. I guarantee you won’t even miss the extra carbs. AppetizersBegin your day with some tasty appetizer options that will please yourRead More
Dementia and Insulin Resistance: Can It Be Controlled By A Low-Carb Diet?
After my most recent blog, I had some requests to address the connection between low-carb diets and their effect on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what we know: A study in 2009, as well as other recent studies, demonstrated that a diet lower in carbohydrates may be beneficial in treating Alzheimer’s disease. This research showsRead More
Areas to Explore if Your Weight Loss Has Stalle
It’s perfectly natural for you to lose weight in fits and starts. Usually, if you stick with the program for a few more days—or even weeks, in some cases—weight loss will resume. You may just need some minor adjustments to get the scale moving in the right direction again. Here are some trouble-shooting questions thatRead More
