Sara R, about 1 month [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

First of all you obviously didn't read the Atkins book before printing this article because Dr. Atkins specifically says that his diet is a "high fat, moderate protein, controlled carbohydrate plan" not a "high fat, high protein diet". Most people ignore that he recommends a minimum 3 cups of vegetables per day even on the strictest phase. His Ongoing weight loss through maintenance phases focus on whole foods, minimally processed and it is an all-around healthy plan. Don't misrepresent a diet. You oversimplified and didn't even mention ketosis which is the basis of the whole plan. A person cannot expect to keep the weight off if they don't follow through all the phases. In the long-term it not only helped me to lose weight, but my cholesterol levels went to normal, my hair is thicker and fuller and I am no longer anemic.Please read the book!

Teresa, 2 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I started the Atkins diet nearly two weeks ago, it was a bit of hit and miss, as i had strawberries on induction and peanuts. However, i have lost nearly a stone which i am pleased about, the weight has come off my tummy, hips but not off my chest. I have another 8lbs to lose to get to my target weight of 9.4, i am staying on the induction until i get to my ideal weight, then i will slowly add a few more carbs. I think the diet is great, although it does worry me eating fried food all the time. If you have any ideas to help me with food, would love to hear from you. Tonight i am having fish and veg, at least that is good for you. I have been drinking normal tea but with cream, it sweetens it.

K Niven, 3 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

Anyone thinking of going on the Atkins diet should get the book first, It's available from Amazon, and is called "Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution". Without it, you can't manage to do the diet properly. Don't believe people who say it is only about eating meat - veggies are an important part of the diet from day 1. The book has fantastic recipes - most are quick and easy to make, plus lists of foods to give ideas about making the diet interesting, and so much detailed information to help with the diet at every stage. He's so easy to understand, never condescending and tremendously generous in the amount of information he packs into the book. What a lovely, kind and generous man.

Leanne, 4 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I'm not a very big meat eater but decided to give atkins a go as I was struggling to lose that last 10lbs. I actually found it very easy at first and enjoyed being able to eat bacon and eggs for breakfast without feeling guilty, and on day 4 I noticed that i didn't feel as hungry as i normally would and wasn't constantly thinking about food. Day 9 is where the struggle began, the food and I didn't think I could physically eat anymore meat. The lack of fruit and veg is very hard to deal with but if you push through it you will see results. I lost 4lbs in my first week and a further 3 in my second and I feel much more confident within myself. One thing I would suggest is to be prepared and make your food up in advance if you work everyday as this is where the problems lie. Also, soy flour is a must have as I made low-carb pancakes etc which really helped with breakfast etc. Good luck everyone!xx

nona, 5 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

i do atkins diet & i like to have food delivery for atkins diet plane

jacci, 6 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

can any1 help me im startin the atkins diet 2m and dont have a clue wot foods i can or cant eat plz help i really need to lose a couple of stone thanks and good luck all u on diets wotever they are xx

carrie, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

One more thing if infact the atkins diet is bad then why did a doctor put my 76 year old grandma on it after she had quadruple bypass surgery for her heart he put her on it for a year and she lost 40 pounds and inches she was on the atkins program for elderly people ofcourse anyways she hasnt had any bad effects from it this about about 4 years ago and after that year of doing it she kinda slacked off since then but she has only gained 10 pounds back and thats mostly because she stopped walking on her treadmil everyday

carrie, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I have been on the atkins diet for 6 days i have already lost 3 pounds and an inch all over i know its really hard to find out what to believe about this diet because every body has there opinion but you can make it healthy eat lean meats not meats like sausage or roast and dont eat tons of cheese your only supposed to eat 4oz a day about the size of a deck of cards make sure you eat plenty of veggies that are listed in the book plenty of water and i started taking the low carb vitamins it was made for low carbers to make up the nurtrients oh and be sure to stay active so even if you do start to add carbs back you wont gain your weight back like most folks one more thing try to get some extra calcium and mabey some milk thistle to help your liver break down the fat...this has helped me keep this diet as healthy as possible its not all about steaks and cheese with sour cream its about moderation activity water intake and lean meats, veggies and fruit and even if this was still bad for me at least im not out smokin all kinds of drugs or not eating at all like i used to that would be alot worse for your health i just cant stress enough though if your going to do this diet take vitamins especially till you get further along and you should be fine and carry a bottle of water around with you at all times no excuses!

nancy, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

i am thinking of doing the atkins diet but im not sure exactly what i can and cant eat if anyone knows could they please let me no thanks

mum2boysarrggghhh, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I have just started the atkins diet, and am on day 10 ...i have only lost 3lb so far and am not constipated. I have checked with ketostix and i am in ketosis , but why am i not losing as much as some others have mentioned? If i only have a stone to lose, does this affect my loss? will it take me longer even though i have less to lose? thanks

Abi, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

Hi, i had a baby nearly 3 months ago now, i was 8st10 before i got pregnant and went upto 12st12 during my pregnancy. Now i've got down to 10st7 but can't seem to lose any more, so i'm considering doing the atkins diet. Only thing is i'm worried i'm not going to have any energy whilst doing the diet. Can anyone tell me how their energy was on the diet?

Gemma Etherington, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

To lulu: Beetroot does have carbs in it. Most nutritional value can be found at: http://www.nutritiondata.com. Atkins works by going into a Ketosis process - this is where your body has to use body fat to function. This process only occurs if you are consuming less than 40g of carbs a day - your slow weight loss is probably due to the fact that you are consuming more than this by eating toast in the morning and beetroot. Good luck! :)

Gemma Etherington, 7 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I weighed 18 stone and was just 19 years old, but then i discovered the atkins! I lost 6 stone in 8 months (the 1st 3 and a half stone shifting in just 3 months). I combined the diet with a mile of running a day to begin with and I couldn't believe how unfit I was to begin with (considering my age). I ran a 10k 10 months after starting atkins and then got into rowing :). This was 4 years ago and I've never put any of the weight back on; because I continued exercise when I re-introduced carbs. I eat more now than I did before! Now I am fit, confident and happy. The best diet in the world :)

Hana, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I did the atkins diet at the end of my fist year of uni (when finally all the alcohol and take aways took there toll on my tummy and hips!!!) i found it VERY hard as my parents and sister were sitting down to a glass of wine and chocolate EVERY night!!! but after the first couple of days i started enjoying my cubed cheese and cucumber snack. i lost 2 stone in a month and a half! and had no sugar cravings. honestly the best diet i have ever done. when i had reached my goal weight my parents and sister were so impressed that they went on it to! mmmmm steak and salad!

Lulu, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

One more thing. Does anyone know if there are alot of carbs in beetroot? I've been eating quite a bit of it and was wondering if this had anything to do with my slow weight loss. Thanx.

Lulu, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I've been going to the gym for 2 weeks and have also been doing the atkins diet for this time. Although i have been having 2 toast in the morning before gym for energy, i've cut out my beloved potatoes, crisps, pasta and rice. So why have i only lost 3lb? Admitedly, my aim wasn't to loose loads of weight. (I was 8st 5lb and am now 8st 2lb and am aiming for 7st 10lb) I'm short so need to be lighter. But i'm not sure why i've only ost 3lb when i hear people lose up to 5lb just in the 1st week. Any ideas??

Alice, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

Hey Im only 16 but i have my prom comming up so i decided to try the Atkins i have been on it only 3days n lost 5lbs awesome but im finidng it hard to chose things to eat its amazing how much carbs are in foods!! Alice x

Katie, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I have tried the Atkins diet 3 years ago and did lose weight although found it quite hard in the long term due to lack of sweet things but am determined to try it again as it was the best diet for me and ive tried a few in my time! I like the fact I could eat cheese and mayo etc but need some online support for healthy carbs ie cereal options etc in the final phase. I have started a low carb diet today but will base it on the Atkins and already feel more positive as know the Atkins really works and the beauty of it is you are able to eat without starving yourself! Good luck to everyone doing the Atkins including me!

zowie, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

starting atkins diet tomorrow will i put on the lbs before i loose them? bit scared of getting on the scales in 3 days and ive gained weight, someone assure me this aint guna happen!!

daniel, 9 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

MY friend called nick, his mother dena, her friend lucy, followed the atkins diet and lost some of her hair. not enough nutrients!!! scary stuff that.

gav, 9 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

just wondered what are the best supplements to take with this diet.the book says to take a multivitamin and some fatty acids.anyone got any tips.

andy, 9 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

Absolutely fantastic way to lose weight. 4 yrs ago I lost 4stone in 7 weeks( 17 stone - 13 stone) on the Atkins. managed to keep it off until the last few months and piled a couple of stone back on. started to watch what I am eating again and after just a few days feel the benefits. Not expecting it to work as quick this time though as last time I was playing golf 5-6 times a week and not really doing anything at the minute. good luck everyone

michael ward, 10 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

hi,id like advice on low carb and high fiber cause i dont no what it means ive jus joined a gym and want to build music im jus over 6foot and 13stone 10pounds im 25 can you help.thank you.michael

niamh, 10 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

anyone who is planning on going on the atkins diet will find themselves enthused by the comments below i'm sure. i have been on the atkins for 3 months and have dropped form a 14 to a size 10 without exercising at all. however if you are looking to change your image then this diet only works in the short term. this diet is great for holidays or people who are about to change their lifestyle. if you want to lose weight quickly then try this diet however if you want to get thin and stay thin you can atkins diet till you become your required size but if you then choose to eat like yoou used to i.e. bread, pasta you must start exercising regularly, i recommend joining the gym. also this diet doesnt have to be high fat. i recommend eating lean meats and grilled fish with fresh veg and plenty of snacking on fruit. this diet doesn't have to be bad for your health. good luck dieters

shauna mc neill, 11 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I did the atkins diet for three weeks as i was going on holiday i lost a stone in weight i was really happy as no other diet worked for me. i did find it hard as i have a sweet tooth but at night after dinner i would have a coffee with cream and sweetner it really helped.Once i stopped i did put the weight on again but im trying it again

stevo, 11 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I tried the atkins diet last year and in 2 months I lost 2 stone. It was amazing. However over the year I did put it all back on plus more..... I am now back on the atkins and plan to be for a few months. I am on day 5 and have lost 3 pounds so far.

pauline, 11 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

ive been on 14day induction of atkins and lost 71bs,and its only day 9 for me,5 to go.Last time i did atkins i lost 3stones in 3 months,and i never feel hungry.Also u burn fat off with no excercise regime as well,and it burns the fat off while you sleep,brill for me,but not lot people can eat the fat content,affects people differently,and ive not got sweet tooth which helps.I think doctor atkins diet revoulution has proved a lot of docs wrong,with his theory.But if anyone wants to go on this diet,check with your gp first.Good luck will keep you posted how im doing ok thanks pauline h.

Gem Darlow, 11 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I did this diet for 9 months and its by far the best diet i have ever done (and i have done a few!) i lost 6 stone in total and have never felt better or fitter! it really does work i have not been doing the diet for over a year now and i have not put any of the weight back on!

Jen, about 1 year [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

I had to do something drastic as I, over the last 9 months have became increasingly addicted to junk food & comfort eating. Atkins has helped me really turn this around. It encourages you to cook proper meals using the kind of ingredients that we are told are BAD eg Cheese. So you feel like you are really pampering yourself, with delicious foods and taking the time to sit and eat proper meals instead of constant snacking on the go. I dont let myself either eat with the TV on whilst reading, I do think that this has helped with my fab results. In 2 weeks I have lost 8 pounds !!!! I have not gone hungry once, over the bank hoiday weekend we had 3 x BBQs !! My weight loss has meant that i have lost 3 inches from my waist and nearly 4 from my hips!!

Jodie Sheath, about 1 year [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

Very good quick fix, but I couldn't keep this up as a liestyle change! Due to the fact of waking up to bacon and eggs every morning, having no sugar, and excrutiating headaches for the first 3 days! I lost 7Ibs in 2 weeks, which was excellent! I tried this diet to loose weight fast for a special occasion.