LS 143 - How An Atkins Life Can be Easy with Colette Heimowitz

Fernando Aires talks with Colette Heimowitz about the Atkins diet in Lifestyle.  They cover misconceptions about carbs and fats and sugars and most importantly, how the Atkins diet can leave you totally full and satisfied with all the health benefits. Key Takeaways:  2:47 - Why low carb diets have become so popular and why they work 7:41 - What is the right amount of protein? 12:20 - The 'evolution' of the Atkins diet and the changes it has undergone 18:07 - The right food is more important than the amount of food or counting calories 23:03 - The effects the diet has on cholesterol 26:47 - An encouraging example of a meal Websites Mentioned: www.atkins.com