ATKINS DIET - LOW CAROHYDATES DIETING - HIGH PROTEIN

ATKINS

THE CONCEPT

The Atkins diet plan emerged in the 1970's, and has recently, over the last 2 years, become a dieting phenomenon in North America and the rest of the world. Developed by Dr. Robert C. Atkins, the plan uses the restriction of carbohydrates in order to lose weight. The program actually encourages users to eat all the protein and fat they wish, but limit any carbohydrates to a bare minimum.

Dr. Atkins says that eating large amounts of carbohydrates causes the body to produce more insulin, which leads to increased hunger and weight gain. On the other end, eating plenty of protein and fat causes decreased appetite. Low carbohydrate diet plans ask users to limit severely or cut out all-together foods that contain larger quantities of carbs - foods such as potatoes, corn, bread, fruits and vegetables, which are items that contain many vitamins and minerals essential for good health.

Many people have claimed success on the diet, yet all ramifications of the diet have not yet been investigated. Being able to lose weight is very separate from being in good health. A great diet plan is one that promotes both weight loss and good health. The lack of significant research relating to the Atkins diet makes it hard to recommend, as there are numerous possibilities for negative impacts.

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