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Breakfast Just Got Deliciously Naughty!
Hello! How are you? I hope you’ve been having a great week! If you’re anything like me, I need a delicious breakfast to kick off my morning. Before starting on Atkins, I would often order a sandwich not realizing how unhealthy this choice could be. With Atkins’ new breakfast sandwiches, there’s finally a healthy option
Read MoreGluten-Free Atkins? It’s Possible!
You don’t have to go far to see the term “gluten-free” on store shelves or restaurant menus. Gluten is the protein in wheat that gives dough its elasticity, and many people now claim to feel healthier and better (and even lose weight) when they don’t eat gluten or cut back on it. For those with
Read MoreDietary Fat: Science and Media Agree… It’s Healthy!
In Bryan Walsh’s article “Eat Butter (Don’t Blame Fat)”, published in the June 23rd issue of Time, he covers the history of low-fat diets vs. low-carb diets, how the science evolved and why flawed studies wrongly vilified saturated fat. This “flawed” science started the fat-free trend; soon people were avoiding foods containing fat , feeling
Read MoreLIFE HAPPENS: DON’T LET IT INTERFERE WITH SUCCESS
Even as you’re getting comfortable with your new way of eating and feeling that the struggles with your weight is finally history, don’t forget this important point: the only constant in life is change. Some new occurrences may make it easier to maintain your weight loss or weight maintenance efforts; others will require renewed dedication.
Read MoreAtkins in Abu Dhabi
Hello! How has your week been? What’s been going on? Don’t be shy, let’s hear it! I just got back to Los Angeles, I had been on tour with Ozzy in Abu Dhabi and Russia. It was absolutely spectacular! I had the most wonderful time and I was able to stay on track with Atkins.
Read MoreWhich Atkins Phase Should You Start In?
You’ll find many opportunities to customize the Atkins Diet to your needs, but the first decision you need to make—after deciding that Atkins is for you, of course—is which Phase you would like to start in. For many people, Phase 1, Induction, is a brief kick start Phase to get you off on the right
Read MoreLow-Carb Tips for a Healthy Summer
Now that the weather’s warmer and school is almost out, it’s time for all those fun summer activities, like road trips, bike rides, hikes, days at the beach and more. I’ve put together a quick “how-to-eat” guide of some of my favorite tips that will help you stay fueled and on track with your weight-loss
Read MoreLive your life! Have a burger!
Hello! How are you? What’s been going on? I had a fabulous time in New York last week with The Talk, but it’s good to be back home. I cannot wait to celebrate Memorial Day this weekend! I’ve been going non-stop, so it will be so good to relax with friends and family. It’s been
Read MoreShould You Fast to Break a Plateau?
I enjoy reading the blogs written by the many Community members on Atkins.com, as well as the Forums. It gives me valuable insight into what topics are trending and what people are talking about. Recently, there has been a lot of talk about the “Fat Fast” or just plain fasting in general. Community members are
Read MoreThe Dangers of Reaching Your Goal Weight
Hello! How are you? Tell me what’s been going on, I want to know! What was the highlight of your week? I’ve been on Atkins now for about a year and a half, and there’s no question about it, it works. It’s fast, it’s not hard, and if you follow the plan you’ll reach your
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