Atkins?

reba971

My brain is just fine too, and I have plenty of energy and I am alert and I do not faint or ever even feel faint. I used to get light headed all the time when I was low calorie, and I would get heartburn really bad, to the point that I had to take prescribed medication. I have not has either since I started low carb. If you are worried about it have a higher carb day. I usually do this on Saturday cause it is a family day for us, so we usually order in and have beer and stuff, so I get a few carbs on that day and the rest of the week I eat low carb. Works for me. Good luck with it!

gklose

I think there are many misconceptions to Atkins, which are usually cleared up if you've read the book (carefully!). Just the other day, in an Atkins support thread, someone mentioned something about a friend who ate a pound of bacon a day. Sorry, but that's not Atkins. Never has been.

Sometimes, I think, the misconceptions arise in separating Atkins "the salesman" from the real plan. For example, in the newest book, they're recommending some of the products they have for sale. In reality, the sugar alcohols used in those products can possibly slow weight loss (in some people), just like aspartame can also slow weight loss in some people.

The Atkins plan is not unlimited protein! I haven't gone back to read his original book (circa 1972?), but at least in his 90s book, it wasn't unlimited protein then either. There are words such as "as much as you like" but that was part of a sentence that also says "but only eat to the point of being satisfied -- don't eat until full). The newest book goes farther, recommending a max of 4 to 6 ounces of protein per meal (with limits on other fats, such as cheese and cream -- and on artificial sweeteners).

Denimgirl

I do Atkins too. Its a lifestyle change for me.

Once the first 2 weeks of induction are finished then the goal is to add carbs to the limit that your body can still lose weight.

I've lost 30lbs so far and feel great.

Also I avoid all the Atkins treat type stuff like their bars and brownies etc. There is so much sugar alcohol in them that it messes with my blood sugar and I feel terrible. Some wouldn't have that problem though.

I do Atkins to keep my blood sugars level and for the last couple of months (since getting serious about my low carb life change) my blood sugars have been excellent! I feel better mentally, sharper if you will, thinking clearer, not so easily overwhelmed and have WAY more spring in my step.

dancingj2

I have tried it and did work - I lost 10 pounds. But I never felt quite right on it.

I think in the long run you need a better balance in your diet than Atkins provides.

mom2jjl

BUMP FOR LATER

dennydifferent

What is all this "the body needs carbs" stuff people come out with? Where are you guys getting this?

Firstly, what has that got to do with Atkins anyway? It's not a no carb diet.
Secondly, the body doesn't need carbs. It just doesn't. The brain requires glucose, sure, but the body can function perfectly well without carbs. There are some folk on zero carb diets. Not my idea of fun personally, but it's sure as heck possible.

I would recommend the OP to go to groups and search for low carb. The groups are full of people already doing this who can answer your questions without "My neighbour's auntie's dog did Atkins and got mange" or "I did it for 5 minutes last Thursday and instantly had a heart attack and now I'm dead" type answers. It's not all plain sailing and you'll see some of the downsides in the groups, but from people doing the diets seriously/long term. Bit more focused. Best of luck.