does the Atkins diet really work and how much weight can you lose on introduction?

Answer 1

yeah it really works.. but u'd better consult with a doctor first because it's not recommended for people who have anemia or who are hypotensive

Answer 2

I just posted this on another atkins thread

You may be succesful for a short period of time with atkins, but unfortunately its Just another fad diet. You end up with bad health as a result of it, and then gain back the weight when you get off it unless you start eating healthily in a proper manner afterwards.

Additionally:

Would you rather be healthy, good looking, and great feeling for your whole life,

OR

Good looking for a week before gaining weight again, feeling horrible, and becoming unhealthy?

If you have the resolve to go on a diet which means depriving yourself of a lot of the foods you like and leaves you unhealthy, why exactly do you not have the resolve to eat healthily and exercise, and even have a cheat day once a week where you can have anything you like in the world to eat?

Seems silly to me.

Answer 3

The Atkins diet has been proven to be VERY unhealthy for the heart. The founder, Mr Adkins actually died of a heat attack, caused by his diet.
If you want to lose weight, it would be better to starve for a week or two, just drink water. After a day or so the hunger pains will change and become more acceptable. Stay active tho.

Answer 4

I would not recommend any diet that causes your body to go into ketosis; or concentrated on only one food. You might lose weight initially, but in the long run you will regain it and maybe more. A good moderate diet losing 1-3 lbs a week is your best bet. Look for information on the Exchange Diet that diabetics use. You will have a good balanced diet and it's easy to do. Stay away from the sodas and fast/junk foods and increase your fluids (no sodas). Portion control is important too. Moderate activity, approx. 30 min. a day will give you enough exercise to make your metabolism kick into high gear. You don't have to over-do it. Good Luck.

Answer 5

From what Ive heard about it you loose the most weight during introduction and then after that your just kind of at a stand still.....and then its extremely hard to loose weight while continuing on the Atkins diet.....that's just what I've heard from people who have tried it, but every ones body is different....good luck with your choices :o)

Answer 6

I agree with Ziplock's answer. I've seen some dramatic weight loss with atkin's dieters, but I have yet to see anyone stick with the diet successfully. Let me repeat: No one. Life is filled with carbs and they are needed for energy. Atkins dieters complain of constipation, lethargy, smelling bad (having bad breath), gout -- most of them wind up miserable. I think it is a reasonable option for morbidly obese people.

I think a successful diet includes fitness and moderation in food. Use a website such as http://www.fitday.com to keep track of what you eat and your caloric intake. The weight loss will follow.

Good luck.

Answer 7

The Basics
The core concept of The Atkins Diet is Dr. Atkins' theory that over-consumption of and hypersensitivity to carbohydrates is the root of our problem with being overweight. The principle he bases his plan on says that it is the way your body processes the carbohydrates you eat -- not how much fat you eat -- that causes you to gain weight.

Atkins says that many overweight people may be "insulin resistant," that is, the cells that convert carbohydrates into glucose (which becomes energy) do not work correctly. While most diet experts say that not everyone who has a weight problem is insulin resistant, Atkins says it is more likely than not.

That's where Dr. Atkins' plan comes in: What is the remedy to insulin resistance or over-consumption of carbohydrates? Begin restricting yourself, particularly from eating the "bad" ones like those found in processed, pre-packaged and junk foods (cookies, sodas, etc.) and prepare to follow this high-protein eating plan.

How Does it Work?
By reducing your carbohydrate intake to less than 40 grams a day, you will enter a bodily process called ketosis. Ketosis is a state in which your body burns fat as fuel. Atkins also says that ketosis will affect insulin production which will prevent more fat from being formed. Atkins' plan suggests that once you enter ketosis and your body begins efficiently using the fat as fuel, your cravings for carbs will subside and you won't miss the foods you are doing without.

The Phases and the Food
The Atkins Diet consists of the following four stages: induction, ongoing weight loss, pre-maintenance and maintenance. Induction is the first 14 days of the plan, during which Atkins says you can lose up to 15 pounds. This rapid weight loss is due to limiting your carbs to 20 grams a day. The only carbs you can have are low-carb vegetables like lettuce, broccoli and tomatoes. You are limited to three cups per day. Forget about yogurt, fruit and starchy vegetables like potatoes. If you consume alcohol or caffeine, you're going to have to say "sayonara" to those beverages as well.

During the next stage -- ongoing weight loss -- you can increase your carb intake by five grams. You will eventually hit a plateau and have to slack off your carb intake once again. During pre-maintenance, weight loss will happen a little more slowly and you will be able to "test" certain foods to see if you can safely add them to your diet without weight gain resulting. Once you reach your goal weight, you enter maintenance and may introduce some more carbs back into your diet… but not the "bad" ones, as they will result in the weight returning. You will be asked to choose healthy carbs instead, whole wheat bread, for example.

The Atkins plan was referred to as "the most severe [diet] of the high-protein/low-carb school" in a March 2000 U.S. News article (Kulman). The article goes on to give examples of the diet's meals, which include bacons and eggs and cheeseburgers. The bottom line is you're really going to have to enjoy eating meat to like this plan!

Answer 8

I would avoid the Atkins diet. I know some people who have tried it. One person got fatter than he ever was after he got off it. His wife was on it and suddenly became very ill and went to the hospital. They gave her some orange juice and she quickly recovered. The idea is not to avoid carbs, the idea is to avoid simple carbs like sugar, potatoes and refined flour. Look for whole grain and multi grain stuff. Avoid hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated stuff like the plague. Hope this helps.

Answer 9

Homeopathy:-
The safest and sure fire way to loose weight and excessive fat is PHYTOLACCA BERRY Q(Mother Tincture) 20 drops in a sip of water half hour before or after meals will start showing results in 30 to 45 days of regular use and will cure flabby or sagging tummy and will make your skin look fresher and tighter and has no side effects and has no complications whatsoever !
Take Care and God Bless !

Answer 10

It worked for me and I lost 65 LBS. I started losing weight right away the first week I started. But you must be very carefull and follow the diet excatly. Or you can become sick or fail to loose the weight you want.

Answer 11

No diets work, eating small sensible meals from all food groups and light exercising like walking, swimming or bike riding will help you maintain a healthier life style.

P.S buy a dog and walk it everyday or join a gym or group activity.