All DietsWhat You Should Know
A major aspect of the weight loss and fitness arena these days is protein. Surely you’ve encountered this at some point or another. It’s actually rather difficult to avoid. Now days there are protein supplements, bars, and shakes galore. While it used to be all about protein from meat and dairy products, now the market is swarmed with soy and whey protein supplements. One weight loss system that places a focus on high protein consumption is the Atkins Diet. This is essentially a low-carbohydrate eating plan that was founded by Dr. Robert Atkins (died in 2005) back in 1972.
As with all obesity issues, the Atkins Diet began with the goal of weight loss in mind. Since carbohydrates are commonly seen as a reason for weight gain, this weight reduction plan endeavors to cut harmful carbs or refined sugars out of the diet plan which should potentially lead to weight/fat lost. Currently the official website for the Atkins Diet plan seems to be non-functional. Some of the recommended foods for this weight loss system are meat products, whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. The consumption of more protein is supposed to lead to more lean muscle mass and less body fat. In the years of 2003 and 2004, the Atkins Diet hit its peak popularity and spread clear across the globe.
Product Features
The Atkins Diet plan basically consists of more protein consumption and less carbohydrates incorporated into the eating plan. This weight reduction plan is geared toward both women and men. It aims to exclude the regular consumption of “bad carbs”, or simple sugar carbohydrates, which generally come from processed foods like crackers, cakes and cookies, as well as white breads, pizza crust and potatoes. Since the user consumes more protein products, he/she is ideally able to improve overall muscle mass, while shedding fat pounds from the body.
Advantages
- The Atkins Diet offers plenty of protein for muscle repair and strength training.
- This weight loss plan encourages the consumption of fewer simple carbohydrates.
Disadvantages
- There are no convenient appetite suppressants or fat loss pills involved with the Atkins Diet.
- There doesn’t appear to be any real clinical evidence supporting the Atkins Diet.
- The official Atkins website is non-functional at this time.
- Some individuals that love foods like white bread, pizza, and various other carbs may not find the Atkins Diet suitable for them.
Conclusion
When it comes down to it, the Atkins Diet is a high protein weight loss plan. Therefore, individuals that enjoy consuming a great deal of meat and dairy products may prefer this weight reduction plan over the numerous others out there. On the bright side, users are very likely to get their full dose of protein each day. However, there may be some issues that arise with getting all of the other vitamins and nutrients needed daily. Be sure to fully investigate the Atkins Diet before ever considering it for yourself. It’s also prudent to speak with a physician first.
I have never tried a siet plan before I am 216 ponds i would like to be aleast 150 ponds and I am not sure how to go about getting to that weight
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I lost 115 on Atkins and have keept it off. I reintorduced carbs into my diet. Only lately have i had a weight gain. After a cancer scare and surgery. But i am nipint it in the bud.
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my husband and i have been on the adkins diet 1andhalf week he lost 7 lbs i gained?? no i did not cheat?
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What is the minium grams of protein per day ? Maximum amount of carbs per day? Thanks
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I would like to recieve a menu for the atkins diet could you please e-mail the diet to me pleaseor tell me where i a go online and find the diet
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i would like to recieve a menu for the atkins diet so i could at least lose 30 pounds?
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I suggest you go to Ebay or a bookstore and buy the book, “Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution”. It has the complete theory and lots of recipes (and they are good!). It is important to follow the rules, so read up and good luck!
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I have been trying to fill out for the free trial but it won’t let me do it. Can you contact me on this?
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The Atkins Diet has been around since the 70’s and has had many clinical trials to prove its efficacy and safety. It is cutting edge science and requires some study. It is basically a high saturated fat diet, not high protein diet. Most people will not be able to get past the idea that fat is not bad for you; like cures like.
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I would like to have a copy of the diet but my computer is atting crazy today. could you please email me the diet.
thanks
sheila
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can i eat fruits on the adkins???
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yes but not on the first phase
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how can i get a list of foods to eat on this diet
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tried atkins diet years ago had great sucess what to turn a friend on to it will you please send me some info on the diet
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why is caffeine not permitted?
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What does sugar alcohol have to do with carb counting.
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I have tried several diets with know luck, since I have stop smoking I am gaining weight like mad.
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I used to be on the Atkins diet years ago. I will say it worked wonders for me. It is a diet that you have to stay strict with…any swaying off course will only make it not work. and yes that include’s the little mess up here or there. They sell books about it and what you can and can’t eat at a barnes and noble or any other book store.
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The Atkins diet DOES work. It is NOT a high fat diet. It is a low carb diet. You still eat healthy, wholsome food. You have to educate YOURSELF. Go to the Atkins website or buy the book or get it at the public library. It is a lifestyle change. I have lived Atkins foe 18 months. I lost 65 pounds and by following Atkins principles have kept it off. I NEVER feel hungry or deprived. Most times I eat because it’s meal time not because I’m hungry.
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