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Monday, May 18, 2009

The Good And Negative of Atkins Diet Plans

By Shay Liffkinn

The Atkins diet is probably the most known and popular type of low-carb diet today. A lot of other forms of low carbohydrate diets are found on the market which all focus on the idea of eating high protein and low carbohydrate. The choice is hard and this article shows why you should chose Atkins diet.

It is scientifically proved that low-carbohydrate eating improves healthy living. The weight loss of people sticking to Atkins principles is significant as these people also report themselves. And weight is lost although the calories are not restricted. Studies have also shown that this diet improves triglycerides and increases good cholesterol. For diabetics it is ideal because blood glucose is reduced and insulin sensitivity is improved. Furthermore blood pressure lowers and lower blood insulin levels. In comparison to diets based on the low-fat principle, it does not lead to extensive loss of muscle mass.

Low-carb dieters report further benefits which are not yet scientifically proven. They notice an increase in energy, improved concentration as well as a decreased desire for sweets. Furthermore the mood is better and their condition less depressive.

This is true for all types of low-carb diets. However, some benefits are only known of people living according to Atkins principles. After years of sacrifice it is great to eat all the meals again which are forbidden in a low-fat diet. For Atkins dieters it is normal to enjoy a steak, butter and cream. They are even encouraged to eat substantial meals including fats and oils.

Compared with other low-carb diets Atkins is very simple to use. It is based on a list with accepted meals which can be eaten as much as you want. The only thing you need to remember are some basic carbohydrate counts.

Dieters are encouraged to find their personal carbohydrate level which varies widely from person to person. This level is responsible for your personal weight gain. Some people should not eat more than 90 grams a day, others can eat 120 grams a day without gaining weight. The level is found during the first phase of weight loss and pre-maintenance and is valid for the rest of the life.

Dr. Atkins diet is popular and well-known. There are many books, online texts and online groups available and it is easy for you to inform yourself. But there are not only advocates for Atkins diet. Many people have a quite bad opinion on it and many misconceptions are underway. Don?t be surprised if you will find yourself defending your new form of diet against its enemies.

So what are the bad sides of Atkins program? It is tiring, especially in the beginning, to have to count the carbohydrates of everything you eat. This is essential if you want to stay under your personal limit of carbohydrate. Another aspect is the Induction, which is hard to understand because it works the other way round and does not concentrate on carbs and sugar. Induction is not everything, but still many people quit because they cannot cope with induction.

Some people experience a so called carb crash on the 3rd or 5th day of the diet. The carb crash is a reaction on ketosis and it occurs because the body is suddenly running on fat and not on carbohydrate. Although the effects are not so bad many people quit the diet because of this experience.

Yet the benefits prevail and there is a reason why Atkins diet is so popular: it works and many people have finally lost weight and have improved their way of living. - 17274

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