I realize that there is still a lot of confusion out there about Atkins, and particularly Phase 1. So I’ve decided to focus some basics in the blog post. After all, if you get off on the wrong foot, you may fall by the wayside before experiencing all the wonderful things Atkins can do for you.
I realize that there is still a lot of confusion out there about Atkins, and particularly Phase 1. So I’ve decided to focus some basics in the blog post. After all, if you get off on the wrong foot, you may fall by the wayside before experiencing all the wonderful things Atkins can do for you.
Small but Significant Changes
Atkins has evolved over the years in response to the latest nutritional research. For example, we now encourage consuming considerably more low glycemic vegetables—we call them foundation vegetables—from the get-go. In fact, no less than 12 to 15 grams of the 20 grams of Net Carbs you’ll be eating should be in the form of these veggies. Eating vegetables not only provides you with all important vitamins and minerals, their fiber content also helps avoid constipation.
Your best source of up-to-date information about Atkins is this site—be sure to check out the free online courses, including one dedicated to Induction—and the most recent book, The New Atkins for a New You. This is the first book on the diet published in six years. Earlier books such as Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution (2002) and The Atkins Essentials (2004) give a good grounding in the program, but for the latest advice based upon the latest science, the new book is the go-to source. A great deal of research on low-carb diets and Atkins in particular has been published in recent years and I’ll continue to keep you posted on new studies as they are published.
Also understand that we all respond to things differently. Some people lose weight steadily; others lose in fits and starts. Some lose easily; others, particularly women in middle age and beyond and or are inactive, tend to lose more slowly. If you have been a yo-yo dieter in the past, your body may be resistant to weight loss. You will eventually lose, but you may have to develop patience with the process.
Know Right from Wrong
In addition to consuming enough vegetables, here’s how to do Atkins right and avoid making some of the all-too-common errors:
I hope this basic primer on Induction and beyond has been helpful. Please share your own experiences with Atkins with the Atkins Community