Publisher's Synopsis
The diet was inspired by a low-carbohydrate approach published by Alfred W. Pennington, based on research Pennington did during World War II at DuPont. The Atkins diet is promoted with questionable claims that carbohydrate restriction is the "key" to weight loss.
What you will discover in this book:
- a brief presentation of the origin and scientific prerequisites of the Atkins diet
- what the diet targets and the methods it resorts to (e.g., ketosis, nutrient management, recommended proportions)
- how this diet can ensure various degrees of weight loss (from fast and drastic to slow and steady)
- key food items in the Atkins diet
- forbidden food types
- how to keep a healthy balance during the Atkins diet
- important food combinations and proportions illustrated practically through several recipes
- what you can cook for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (20 easy and delicious dishes)
- tips on recipe variations that you can creatively use on a longer-term
