Question 1

can i have some tips on the atkins diet please!?

Accepted Answer

Atkin's Diet: Since Healthtap physicians are asked not to endorse product lines – would recommend that you refer directly to the Atkin's website.

Question 2

to what extent is the atkins diet safe and effective?

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Fairly safe for 30 d: Can raisse cholesterol and contribute to proteinosis, among other risks.

Question 3

please suggest what foods can i eat on the atkins diet?

Accepted Answer

Protein and fat: Any protein and fat is allowed on the atkins diet. You avoid fruits and vegetables which have some form of sugars. Protein and fat can be meat, chicken, fish, eggs, turkey, ham, pork, etc.  So for example- breakfast might be eggs and sausage. Lunch might be chicken and ribs, dinner might be lamb chops. You wouldn't have beans or legumes, no potatos, no rice, and no fruits.

Question 4

can atkins diet raise cholesterol levels?

Accepted Answer

Likely: Diets high in cholesterol raise cholesterol. The atkins diet is high in salt, fat and cholesterol (as most people practice it) and such changes would be reasonably expected.

Question 5

what are considered the common vegetarian food/ food products for the atkins diet?

Accepted Answer

Any of....: Morning star farms meat substitutes (griilers-sausage, etc without excessive carbs.  This canrivore likes their products! eas and atkin's shakes and protein bars ( do contain whey-so not for vegan).

Question 6

can the atkins diet literally mean no carbs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Simple carbs are sugars and are a major cause of obesity. Complex carbs come from fruit and vegetables and represent normal diet. Atkins is not a "normal" diet.

Question 7

is it okay to eat refined carbs after atkins diet?

Accepted Answer

In moderation: If you lose weight while doing carbohydrate restricting diets, then to go back to eating simple, refined carbohydrates in excessive quantities will likely result in weight gain.  The bigger goal is to change your eating habits, and try to eat more nutritious foods, and simple refined carbs in moderation.

Question 8

can i take lactulose while on atkins diet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: hiwever you may want to try a laxative that is not quite as harsh.

Question 9

atkins diet and sweet tooth help! how to stop this?

Accepted Answer

Dark chocolate: 85% dark chocolate is healthy to eat and easy on your diet/teeth.   Dark chocolate has ingredients that lower blood pressure and improve your immune system.  Any dark chocolate that is over 75% cocoa is good to eat in moderation.

Question 10

can i go on atkins diet without artificial sweeteners?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Before embarking on Adkins, have an examination, ekg and lab work.  Good Luck !

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