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The Weight Loss Waiting Game
The stop-start waiting game of weight loss is a very popular topic, because, honestly, if you haven’t experienced a delay or detour at some point in your journey, it’s only a matter of time before you do. Which is why rather than using it as an excuse to give up, you should just view it
Read More6 Low Carb Foodie Tips
Do you love food? I do! I’ve succeeded in living a low carb lifestyle for so long by sticking to with a rotating menu of tried-and-true snacks and meals during the week, but on the weekends, I become a low carb foodie. My husband I like to explore new restaurants or try out new low
Read MorePushing Past a Plateau
Weight loss is not always a linear process, and 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—your weight loss will resume. You may just need some minor adjustments to get the scale moving in
Read MoreWhat’s In Zach Bitter’s Low Carb Pantry?
Zach Bitter is an endurance athlete and coach who also happens to be the 100 Mile American Record Holder and a 12 Hour World Record Holder. What is his secret to success to training for, winning and recovering from these grueling races? A low carb diet! In the past, Zach followed a high carb diet,
Read MoreLow Carb Diets: Not Always About Weight Loss
One thing I often hear in the Atkins Community is how it seems like men lose weight faster than women once they start a low carb diet. Guys cut out pizza and beer for a week and they’re ten pounds lighter while a woman may feel like every pound she loses is a hard-fought battle.
Read MoreLow Carb Summer Drinks
It’s hot out there! And there’s no better way to cool down than by sipping on a refreshing summer drink. The challenge? Some of these delish drinks, such as sodas, fruit juices and colorful tropical drinks and fruity blended drinks are high in sugar. Even a so-called “healthy” fresh-squeezed juice concoction or smoothie can contain
Read More5 Low Carb Swaps for 4th of July
As I’ve said in my book, Eat Right, Not Less, no matter how “good” you are when it comes to holiday temptations, the reality is that you’ll probably take in a few extra carbs. The best way to deal with that is to get up the next morning and get back on track. The worst
Read MoreLow Carb Summer Grilling
The first day of summer is right around the corner, and with its sunny days and warm evenings, it’s the perfect time to grill. Grilling is a naturally low carb and easy way to enjoy al fresco summer dining, which is a fancy way of saying “eating outside”. While you need to avoid sugar-laden barbecue
Read MoreComparing the New Atkins to the Original Atkins
A question we sometimes encounter in the Atkins Community is what is the difference between the original Atkins plan and the new Atkins plan. To tell you the truth, not much has changed. The original Atkins plan continues to be highly effective. In fact, thanks to this movement started by Dr. Atkins in 1972, nearly
Read MoreOne Egg a Day is Good for Your Heart
Eggs have received a bad rap over the years. While they are rich in protein and nutrients, they also contain cholesterol, and they have been blamed for raising cholesterol and contributing to heart disease. But the reality is that the dietary cholesterol in eggs has only a small effect on raising blood cholesterol. After reviewing
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