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Diets have been a way of life throughout time. People through
the ages are constantly trying to find a quick way to lose weight
fast. One of the most popular diets of the 21th century is the
Atkins protein diet named after its founder Dr Robert C Atkins.
It is classified as the amazing no hunger weight loss plan that
helped millions lose weight and keep it off. The purpose of the
diet is to consume high amounts of protein while limiting the
consumption of carbohydrates.
Many health organizations and doctors have frowned upon the Atkins
diet. The Atkins diet triggers short-term weight loss through
ketosis. Ketosis occurs when the body is scientifically lacking
carbohydrates. The body turns to other sources stored from protein
and fat in the body. This is where weight loss occurs. However,
there are many problems with the protein diet.
- high in cholesterol and fat
- low in fruits and vegetables
- Ketosis is the body's emergency
response; inducing ketosis can lead to muscle breakdown, nausea,
dehydration, headaches, light-headedness, irritability, bad
breath and kidney problems.
- in pregnancy, Ketosis may cause
fetal abnormality or death
- decreased endurance
- increased risk of hypoglycemia
- increased risk of certain cancers
Increasing evidence shows that the Atkins diet is not the way
to lose weight and stay healthy. A balanced diet including both
protein and carbohydrates is the only way to successfully lose
weight and maintain health levels. For more information on different
types of diets please see the Healthy
Living section.
To read more about the dangers of the protein diet please go
to www.weightlosslab.com.
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