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At its peak, the Atkins plan was more than a diet: It was a lifestyle. Lured by the prospect of getting skinny while eating steak, Americans turned a regimen that emphasized protein and eliminated ...

The Atkins Diet has long stirred debate in the nutrition and health community. While some users report significant weight loss, questions remain about the healthfulness and sustainability of this ...

CHICAGO — Hoping to tone down the Atkins diet's steak-and-bacon image, the company that bears the name of the low-carbohydrate food plan is launching a campaign centered on education rather than its ...

Dr. Eric Westman answers the question: 'Is The Atkins Diet Effective?' February 1, 2009 -- Question: What is the Atkins diet, how does it work, and how effective is it? Answer: The Atkins diet is a ...

You might remember your parents — or even your grandparents — trying the Atkins diet. It’s a low-carb diet that’s been around since cardiologist Dr. Robert Atkins, created it in the 1960s and ...

Although each of these diets are low-carb, they all serve different purposes. We've broken down the details of three popular low-carb diets below. All of these diets can result in weight loss, but the ...