If Dr. Atkins were still alive...

NewStartNow · 09-27-2009, 12:20 AM

what do you think he'd be doing? Would he be writing a new book? What would he say about the recent surge in anti-Atkins low-carb plans? I've read a lot of books that advocate cutting carbs, esp. starchy ones, but still bash the Atkins approach.

I've been re-reading his book to kind of remind myself why I wanted to follow a LC plan to begin with and I am just reminded of the fact that people really don't read his book before judging it. Even if you don't follow his plan (which I currently don't) how can you judge the plan without reading the book? There are so many little nuggets, facts, tips, truths all throughout the book that people totally ignore (even people who "follow" his plan). Somehow people miss the variety of foods that he reccommends and see only the beef and bacon. When I look at his sample menus I see a lot of balance, flavor, and nutrients. Somehow people miss the end of the program which really isn't an end but a slow discovery of how to maintain your weight loss.

I wonder...

stephanie34 · 09-27-2009, 12:49 AM

I agree with you for sure. My SIL says Atkins is a horrible diet. I am like did you read the whole book or just the first 2 weeks, where it is strict but then you move on. I think people tend to get stuck in the first 2 weeks and never want to leave and then they get bored and blow it. You need to follow the book. Very healthy, I don't think any diet advocates eating a lb of bacon and a slab of cheese, I could be wrong. I think it is about balance. I hate low fat dressing. I buy regular, but I use 2 TBSP. not half the jar. I agree with you..

mermaid · 09-27-2009, 09:06 AM

I think he would be groovin' on chia seeds.

Stash'sWife · 09-27-2009, 09:16 AM

When I read DANDR, I remember him going on about a new sweetener, currently unavailable in the USA, called SUCRALOSE!

I remember him recommending Saccharine over Aspertame.

I wonder how he would weigh in on the whole AS debate?! I wonder what he'd say about Malitol and Stevia...

And, yes. People do get "stuck" on the whole induction thing. When I think about what a "healthy diet" is, (a variety of foods in their natural state) I think, well, that is basically Atkins maintenance!!

peanutte · 09-27-2009, 09:28 AM

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Somehow people miss the variety of foods that he reccommends and see only the beef and bacon. When I look at his sample menus I see a lot of balance, flavor, and nutrients. Somehow people miss the end of the program which really isn't an end but a slow discovery of how to maintain your weight loss.

I know. The version of Atkins many people seem to be doing is a nutritionally ignorant version.

fawn · 09-27-2009, 09:51 AM

Dr. Atkins when on television programs etc., would always promote the cleanest eating first and foremost. He also claimed to have just popped a few raw nuts at lunch, his wife wrote most of the recipes in his books and if you'll notice, they're fairly gourmet utilizing many alternative ingredients.

He was not the first pioneer of low carb nor the last. Remember, bashing sells books.

My point is, if Atkins were alive today, he was a progressive enough thinker to have written more books based on nutritionally sound advice that is hitting mainstream today. ie: omega fatty acid ratios, vitamin D, etc.

If you want to learn what Atkins was really about, don't discount his vita solutions book. I refer to it frequently for clients. Many fabulous supplement protocol recommendations for particular ailments with clear explanation. these recommendations include alternative such as herbal remedies.

SugarFreeSheila · 09-27-2009, 10:06 AM

I think Dr. Atkins would be very proud of the fact that with each passing year, low-carb becomes more and more mainstream. Furthermore, in addition to feeling great and being healthy, the program is highly effective for those wanting to carve out extraneous body fat and look great in a swimsuit. Ask someone who is serious about diet and fitness (and looks it) how they get really cut, and they very often report some level of starch/sugar-avoidance as opposed to low-fat and low-calorie.

All in all, people are finally getting that Atkins isn't a fad, but a way of eating to be followed and enjoyed after one makes their ideal-weight goal.

Houston Heather · 09-27-2009, 04:29 PM

He would love Cracker Barrel's low carb menu.

Dreams · 09-27-2009, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Houston Heather

He would love Cracker Barrel's low carb menu.

doggz109 · 09-27-2009, 04:55 PM

I would hope he would be retired and enjoying time with his family. Life can be snuffed out in an instant.....as his death showed.

JustCallMeAmy · 09-27-2009, 08:13 PM

if dr. A were still alive, he'd be fighting off annoying ppl like me on the street running up to him and hugging him, thanking him for saving their lives LOL!

09-27-2009, 12:20 AM	#1
NewStartNow Guest Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 663 Gallery: NewStartNow	If Dr. Atkins were still alive... what do you think he'd be doing? Would he be writing a new book? What would he say about the recent surge in anti-Atkins low-carb plans? I've read a lot of books that advocate cutting carbs, esp. starchy ones, but still bash the Atkins approach. I've been re-reading his book to kind of remind myself why I wanted to follow a LC plan to begin with and I am just reminded of the fact that people really don't read his book before judging it. Even if you don't follow his plan (which I currently don't) how can you judge the plan without reading the book? There are so many little nuggets, facts, tips, truths all throughout the book that people totally ignore (even people who "follow" his plan). Somehow people miss the variety of foods that he reccommends and see only the beef and bacon. When I look at his sample menus I see a lot of balance, flavor, and nutrients. Somehow people miss the end of the program which really isn't an end but a slow discovery of how to maintain your weight loss. I wonder... Last edited by NewStartNow; 09-27-2009 at 12:22 AM..

09-27-2009, 12:49 AM	#2
stephanie34 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: San Marcos, CA Posts: 3,212 Gallery: stephanie34 Stats: 206/180/163. .. WOE: Atkins, now Weight Watchers points. Start Date: 9/21/09	I agree with you for sure. My SIL says Atkins is a horrible diet. I am like did you read the whole book or just the first 2 weeks, where it is strict but then you move on. I think people tend to get stuck in the first 2 weeks and never want to leave and then they get bored and blow it. You need to follow the book. Very healthy, I don't think any diet advocates eating a lb of bacon and a slab of cheese, I could be wrong. I think it is about balance. I hate low fat dressing. I buy regular, but I use 2 TBSP. not half the jar. I agree with you.. __________________ " You can be fat, or you can be disciplined." " Resist temptations and the rewards will be great." " Trust in the process." Do you want TASTE, or RESULTS??? Zig Ziglar says, "if you don't know where your going, you're probably not going to end up anywhere. Expert on setting goals. Marathons completed, 3. Half marathons completed, 9. Jan 24, 09 next half marathon.. Carlsbad!!! DONE! Jun, 6th, 10 Half marathon. RNR

09-27-2009, 10:06 AM	#7
SugarFreeSheila I'm here to help! Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 5,818 Gallery: SugarFreeSheila Stats: 141 to 110 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 2001	I think Dr. Atkins would be very proud of the fact that with each passing year, low-carb becomes more and more mainstream. Furthermore, in addition to feeling great and being healthy, the program is highly effective for those wanting to carve out extraneous body fat and look great in a swimsuit. Ask someone who is serious about diet and fitness (and looks it) how they get really cut, and they very often report some level of starch/sugar-avoidance as opposed to low-fat and low-calorie. All in all, people are finally getting that Atkins isn't a fad, but a way of eating to be followed and enjoyed after one makes their ideal-weight goal. __________________ Before : Size 12. (5'2") After: 0-1. Maintaing my ideal-weight goal consistently since late 2001. A silent advocate is none at all.

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09-27-2009, 09:06 AM	#3
mermaid Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Olympic Peninsula, WA Posts: 1,858 Gallery: mermaid Stats: 244/242/145 (highest weight ever 293) WOE: HCG 1500 cal Atkins Start Date: restart 7/7/12	I think he would be groovin' on chia seeds.

09-27-2009, 09:16 AM	#4
Stash'sWife Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,398 Gallery: Stash'sWife WOE: Long-time VLC now trying JUDD Start Date: April 2013	When I read DANDR, I remember him going on about a new sweetener, currently unavailable in the USA, called SUCRALOSE! I remember him recommending Saccharine over Aspertame. I wonder how he would weigh in on the whole AS debate?! I wonder what he'd say about Malitol and Stevia... And, yes. People do get "stuck" on the whole induction thing. When I think about what a "healthy diet" is, (a variety of foods in their natural state) I think, well, that is basically Atkins maintenance!!

09-27-2009, 09:51 AM	#6
fawn Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 16,072 Gallery: fawn	Dr. Atkins when on television programs etc., would always promote the cleanest eating first and foremost. He also claimed to have just popped a few raw nuts at lunch, his wife wrote most of the recipes in his books and if you'll notice, they're fairly gourmet utilizing many alternative ingredients. He was not the first pioneer of low carb nor the last. Remember, bashing sells books. My point is, if Atkins were alive today, he was a progressive enough thinker to have written more books based on nutritionally sound advice that is hitting mainstream today. ie: omega fatty acid ratios, vitamin D, etc. If you want to learn what Atkins was really about, don't discount his vita solutions book. I refer to it frequently for clients. Many fabulous supplement protocol recommendations for particular ailments with clear explanation. these recommendations include alternative such as herbal remedies.

09-27-2009, 04:29 PM	#8
Houston Heather Guest Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 9,854 Gallery: Houston Heather Stats: 228/166/160 Waist: 42/31/31 WOE: Atkins 2002 Ongoing Weight Loss/pre maintenance Start Date: Feb 26, 2008 (second and last time)	He would love Cracker Barrel's low carb menu.

09-27-2009, 04:55 PM	#10
doggz109 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: California Posts: 355 Gallery: doggz109 Stats: 382/Under 300/180 WOE: Primal Blueprint Start Date: Dec 2010	I would hope he would be retired and enjoying time with his family. Life can be snuffed out in an instant.....as his death showed.

09-27-2009, 08:13 PM	#11
JustCallMeAmy Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,641 Gallery: JustCallMeAmy Stats: 267/103/105 WOE: doing it my way :) Start Date: Jan. 6th/09	if dr. A were still alive, he'd be fighting off annoying ppl like me on the street running up to him and hugging him, thanking him for saving their lives LOL!