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The Calorie Conundrum
One of the biggest misconceptions among low-carb dieters is that you can eat whatever you want as long as it’s low carb. I’ve had countless clients come to me, complaining that Atkins isn’t working. When I ask what they are eating, they list a day’s worth of high-protein, high-fat food (which rarely includes vegetables and
Read MoreMaking Atkins Work—at Work
Your office can be a danger zone full of processed carbs and sugary treats. Whether you’re encountering doughnuts in the break room or it’s the boss’s birthday and everyone’s going out to celebrate at lunch, there are temptations at every turn. Maybe it’s lunchtime, and fast food is your only quick option. Or you’re too
Read MoreThree Ways to Kick Naughty Foods to the Curb
Unhealthy foods used to be a part of my everyday life, but now I have kicked them to the curb! Nights ordering takeout with Ozzy have been replaced with Atkins frozen meals or Atkins-friendly dinners. Changes like these don’t happen overnight, especially when you’re drawn to comfort foods like I am! Here are some tips
Read MoreAtkins May Be the Cure for Your Emotional Eating
It’s OK to occasionally indulge in your cravings, whether to comfort yourself or to celebrate a special occasion. Don’t beat yourself up too much, just use it as a learning tool and know that when you do indulge it can be a slippery slope. Digging into a pint of Ben & Jerry’s every time you’re
Read MoreRESEARCH UPDATE – Third Quarter of 2014
Here are the latest developments in clinical research on controlled-carbohydrate nutritional practices and the Atkins Diet’s reduced carbohydrate way of eating. I’ve summarized some excellent recent research studies, how they relate to Atkins and what it means to you. Dietary Carbohydrate Restriction as the First Approach in Diabetes Management. Critical Review and Evidence BaseAuthors: Richard
Read MoreSatisfying Your Sweet Tooth Without Falling Off the Wagon
I love sweets but to be honest, it’s been my greatest food struggle. If you’re like me, then you’ll know how hard it is to find something to satisfy a sweet tooth that’s not loaded with sugar. Over the years on Atkins, I’ve found some delicious ways to literally have my cake and eat it
Read MoreNutrition IS Medicine
It’s time to change the way we think about nutrition. It’s not just about losing weight and looking good for your class reunion or wedding— what you eat on a daily basis has a long-lasting effect on your overall health, well-being and quality and length of life. Nutrition should no longer be thought of as
Read MoreCan You Do a Low-Fat Atkins Diet?
In a nutshell, no. Here are some very good reasons why you need to consume fat on Atkins. First of all, fat is the mechanism that makes controlled carbohydrate weight loss work, and the Atkins Diet teaches you how to use fat to your advantage. When you are doing Atkins, fat is your friend, not
Read MoreGetting Back into the Swing of Things
Can you believe summer is over already? It seems like just yesterday I was planning what to do on holiday with my family, and now it’s over! It’s nice to go on trips but sometimes the best vacations can be had by not doing anything and just relaxing. No schedules to mind. Just family, good
Read MoreOnce Again: Low-Carb Diets Beat Low-Fat Diets at Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Risk Factor Reduction
Research on nutrition and health always seems to be a non-linear fact-finding process—a work in progress. But when carefully conducted studies and well-researched data help fill in the blanks and connect the dots, a clear picture starts to emerge. In this case, it is that low-carb diets may be winning the weight loss race against
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