Atkins Diet

[tofumonkey]

Has anybody tried the atkins diet?

No carbo, but full of protein, is a little too tough for me.

wat ya all think?

[Mama Mangia]

I know several people that went on that diet and according to my docs - it is a diet that should not be done more than once a month for no more than 3 days or you can damage your body.

And of those that went on it and stayed on it longer - they all gained the weight back and thensome and also that diet can cause you to not be able to lose weight later.

Best diet - eat anything you want - just watch those portions. And exercise - whether it is as simple as breathing exercises, stretching or walking if you are not the "exercise" type.

You can safely lose 1 pound per week by cutting 500 calories each day off your intake - 500 X 7 days = 3500 calories = 1 pound. Add a walk for 15 to 20 minutes every day (12,000 steps on a pedometer) and you can safely lose up to 2 pounds each week combined with the cut in calories.

And you can still eat your desserts, etc. - just eat SMALL portions and push yourself away from the table. You don't need seconds!

[spiceplace]

Wow Mama,
That is really good advice and I couldn't say it better. Exercise, eat less, loose weight. My tip: Try an apple if you're hungry. It's high fiber, raw carb, and will satisfy the hunger need for hours.

Matt

[Mama Mangia]

Originally Posted by spiceplace

Wow Mama,
That is really good advice and I couldn't say it better. Exercise, eat less, loose weight. My tip: Try an apple if you're hungry. It's high fiber, raw carb, and will satisfy the hunger need for hours.

Matt

Definitely! Apples are so good for! Ditto for any fresh fruit and veggies. Bran muffins (especially those made with All Bran cereal) are also excellent. I prefer homemade over the store bought - at least I know what ingredients are being used. Steamed, baked and boiled potatoes (sweet or white) are also good for filler-ups! If you want to do alot of salads - add beets, hard-cooked eggs, beans, green or wax beans, chickpeas or diced cooked chicken - that little bit of different items can make a dull salad much more interesting to eat as well as being more satisfying! Simple vinaigrette made from a bit of olive oil and fresh squeezed lemon juice, light on the salt, use black pepper, basil or a salad blend (for instance, Mrs. Dash Medleys come in different flavors) is also very healthy. The best thing for a good diet - homemade and fresh items. There is much less sodium and you will know exactly how it is all made - plus - and the best part of it - it is healthier for you.

A friend of mine loves to steam a potato when she is very hungry (this way she doesn't over eat) and instead of the butter/sour cream - she dips the potato into a cup of bouillon for flavor. Even though there is a lot of sodium in the bouillon, she is not consuming the full cup - it is just to flavor the potato. With a grilled or baked piece of meat and salad - and she is satisfied. There is so much you can do.

[tofumonkey]

really?

then I think it's my mental problem, cos whenever I'm hungry and eat an apple. I'll have to eat at least 2 to curb the hunger... hmmm...

cos i'm somewhat of a big eater myself.

[tofumonkey]

Originally Posted by Mama Mangia

I know several people that went on that diet and according to my docs - it is a diet that should not be done more than once a month for no more than 3 days or you can damage your body.

And of those that went on it and stayed on it longer - they all gained the weight back and thensome and also that diet can cause you to not be able to lose weight later.

Best diet - eat anything you want - just watch those portions. And exercise - whether it is as simple as breathing exercises, stretching or walking if you are not the "exercise" type.

You can safely lose 1 pound per week by cutting 500 calories each day off your intake - 500 X 7 days = 3500 calories = 1 pound. Add a walk for 15 to 20 minutes every day (12,000 steps on a pedometer) and you can safely lose up to 2 pounds each week combined with the cut in calories.

And you can still eat your desserts, etc. - just eat SMALL portions and push yourself away from the table. You don't need seconds!

hey mama (mangia),

thanks for the tip. I've not tested the atkins diet, because, i need to have my rice! hahaha... i rather be excercising than to diet.

cos i simply love my food too much, though i agree with your [eat in moderations] method. that's what i used when I lost 20 pounds for my wedding (9months period).

[phoenyxstarr]

My husband tried the South Beach Diet, which initially is very similar to the Atkins diet. He loved the fact that he lost weight, but he hated it because he was always hungry. He's a big man, he used to play football in high school & still has the wide shoulders & muscles to prove it. He really doesn't like the belly he's developed over the years. I've tried getting him to eat in moderation, but since he's always hungry, he can't do it. I just don't know what I'm going to do to help him lose weight & eat healthier. I know it will start with me changing the way I cook, you know make more vegetables & all that but I can't find the motivation I need to do that much cooking since I'm so close to delivering this baby. I guess that could be my New Year's resolution; to start cooking better foods for my family.

[Mama Mangia]

phoenystarr - please don't think this is rude - but does he have a vitamin deficiency?

many times when on a diet you are not get enough of something that your body needs creating a craving for something - and sometimes not knowing what you are craving; a body can be lacking something

if he is still hungry try to increase his protein, and increasing his veggies is not going to hurt him a bit!

maybe an added sauce or gravy for that certain "flavor" may help some of his craving and if you can get him to eat fresh fruit right after his meal his body will feel more satisfied - even a dessert pizza made with fresh fruit on top once in a while

try a few extra herbs or spices for flavor - that could help as well

and of course - there is always the "salad" that can compliment most meals - there are many different types of salads out there to choose from

even a healthy appetizer before the meal may also help

[r8rpwr]

It's my opinion that the SBD (the regular diet, not phase I) is a fairly sensible way to eat. Lots of lean proteins, veggies, whole grains.

I don't think I have known anyone who lost weight on Atkins who didn't gain it all right back.

[lcsamano]

I have heard that many people who get their carbs out usually gain the weight back after awhile. I for one don't think I could give up carbs. I love bread and pasta.