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A diet containing an imbalance of calories from fat, carbohydrates (carbs) and protein plus a limited amount of exercise will result in you putting on weight and becoming unhealthier. Too many carbs and not enough exercise means that the leftover carbs not needed for energy are converted into fat. This metabolic imbalance is also known as hyper insulin and occurs when your body produces extra insulin in order to process the sugar from excess carb intake. When this occurs you may feel tired, lack energy, experience
The right balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, with sufficient exercise. With Atkins it is not how much you eat but what you eat!
The pROmise Atkins will help you lose weight, without the yo-yo effect. You will have more energy and will feel much healthier.
*consult your doctor before starting the Atkins Nutritional approach or any other nutrition plan
carbohydrate consumption
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ReFiNeD CARBOhYDRATes
White bread, white rice, crisps, sugary
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Crisps, sausages, French fries always check the packaging
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Unsaturated fats, such as oily fish , olive oil, sunflower oil, avocados
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Years of experience with Atkins has resulted in an approach which is divided into 4 phases. These 4 Phases allow you to easily tailor your programme based on your individual goals. The atkins.com website explains in more detail which steps should be taken at each Phase. In phase 1, your carbohydrate intake is drastically reduced to around 20grams of healthy carbs per day. Your body therefore needs to use your body fat directly in order to get the energy it needs. So, were forcing your body to take this step. The idea is that you lose weight quickly over a 2 week period. 2 weeks. Start Phase 2 with 25grms of net carbs* per day and each week increase your daily net carbs by 5grms , continue as long as you keep losing weight. Once you stop losing weight, you can also stop adding carbs. You can then move back a step in order to start losing weight again. The purpose of this phase is to determine your app. 2 weeks. limits. Phase 2 can take 2 weeks to 2 Months. See Net Carb Counter on www.atkins.com following Phase 4 You have now reached your target weight. All you need to do is follow the Atkins principles for the rest of your life. Youll feel better about yourself, enjoy sustained energy, improved health , amazing confidence and feel great about the way you look in the mirror. See Net Carb Counter on www.atkins.com app. 2 weeks. During Phase 3 you can now add 10 grams of carbs per week, and keep doing so until you lose less than a pound per week. The carb intake at that point is what your body needs in order to keep your weight stable. The purpose of Phase 3 is to find the ideal balance between your target weight and the amount of carbs you eat.
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Atkins makes it even easier for you, by offering delicious products which fit in perfectly in each phase of your Atkins diet and which are available in most stores. The Atkins products are perfectly in keeping with your daily diet and are 100% Atkins of course. Use the Atkins products to supplement or replace a meal. endulge Bars taste just like your favourite candy bars, Day Break Bars are made with an optimal blend of protein and fibre, theyre perfect for breakfast or as an anytime. Available in 4 delicious flavours. Advantage Bars are the perfect snack to help you eat right, follow your plan and get you closer to your goal. And with plenty of protein, fibre and only a few net carbs, you can enjoy these delicious snacks anytime of the day. Available in 5 flavours. Advantage Ready to Drink shakes are a simple way to get a good source of protein straight from the fridge, ideal for a quick start to the day or on the go snack! Available in Creamy Milk Chocolate or Cafe Royale.
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Advantage shake mix powders, just add water and mix to make a delicious shake in seconds , try our Vanilla or Chocolate flavours for your low carb, high protein shake.
but with less than 2g of sugar which means no guilt. Just amazing taste, smart nutrition and another step closer to your goal. Try Peanut Caramel or Crispy Milk Chocolate suitable from Phase 2 onwards. Alternative products: Wheat and Rye Crackers, Whole Grain Bread Mix & Day Break Crunchy Cereal.
For more background information and tasty recipesplease visit our website www.atkins.com Please look out for the New AtkinsBook which will be available in the Spring of 2010. Meanwhile the cook book featured is available from Amazon or all good bookstores. 13
start by checking through your kitchen cabinets Remove all biscuits , crackers , cereals and other foods that are made from added sugar or white flour. Save products such as cheese , olives, olive oil etc that contain unsaturated fats. You can find a complete list of foods in the Atkins New Diet Cookbook
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VEGETABLE Tomatoes Various Salads Cucumber Celery Chicory Radish Red and yellow peppers Mushrooms Red onion
Avocado Asparagus Spinach Cauliflo wer Broccoli Mangetout Green beans Aubergine Garlic
MILK, CHEESE, EGGS Sour cream Camembert Cream ar Cheese Gouda cheese Chedd r Parmesan cheese Butte Eggs Blue cheese Feta Cheese Mozzarella Cheese
H MEAT, POULTRY AND FIS Pork bacon Smoked Salmon cooked smoked ham Canned Tuna Kip Fresh tuna Lamb chops Smoked mackerel Turkey Whitefish Steak Shrimp Sausage (TURKEY) Beef Tartare
ACKS SPICES, SAUCES AND SN Olive oil Sesame Oil vinegar Mustard Blue cheese dip Mayonnaise (full fat) Herbs and spices Olives
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Plan to start your diet when you have a free 2 weeks and avoid starting when you are about to go on holiday. We recommend that you take a good vitamin/mineral in the first two weeks as you are restricting your fruit and vegetable intake. Get more exercise, try cycling, using the stairs not the lift, enjoy a nice Plan your meals in advance so that you have the right ingredients and are not tempted to deviate from your plan. Make a shopping list and look to buy at least 3 days in advance. Make sure that your family and friends are aware that you are following Atkins, divide the fridge and cabinets if necessary. With Atkins it is not about how much you eat but what you eat. Never go hungry! Satisfy your hunger with healthy snacks such as a Day Break bar or Ready to Drink. On our website you will find many more tips to help you start or help along You can also eat out during the first 2 weeks but remember to make the right choices, no fries, potatoes or rice but a nice portion of meat or fish with leafy vegetables or salad. Drink plenty of water try to drink at least 8 glasses per day. the way. Additionally you can contact us at ukinfo@atkins.com Before starting any diet we suggest that you consult your doctor. Keep regular checks on your weight , cholesterol levels, blood pressure and fat percentage. You can find a BMI (Body Mass Index) simple check tool on our website. walk, dont just enjoy your food but also learn to enjoy your exercise. On the following pages we have tried to make it as easy as possible by giving an example of a 2 week meal plan, you can mix and match within the daily carb allowance to suit your personal preferences.
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WEEK 1 : DAY 1
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
WEEK 1 : DAY 2
southwestern omelette Once you have cooked omelettes, keep them warm in a 200f oven while you prepare the remaining ones.
Net carbs 2g
Breakfast
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours
2.1g*
Snack
Caesar salad with salmon As the story goes, Caesar salad was invented by Caesar Ritz to commemorate the opening of his grand hotel in Mexico.
4g
Cream of mushroom soup using wild mushrooms rather than regular button mushrooms adds great flavour to this creamy soup.
5g
Lunch
Lunch
Snack
Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours
3g*
Advantage shake mix powder Just add water to make a delicious shake in seconds, and from Phase 2 you can add your favourite fruits.
3g*
Snack
Chicken with Rosemary Vegetables Rosemary is delicious paired with chicken, but use it sparingly because it has a very strong flavour and aroma.
Dinner
3g
Cheese and Chilli Chops with Cauliflower salad A sure fire winner with kids
2g
Dinner
WEEK 1 : DAY 3
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 1 : DAY 4
poached eggs Add a slice of cheese, ham or chicken.
Breakfast
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
Snack
Tuna Wraps prepare tuna as you like it. You may add dill pickles, peppers, celery or even a diced hard-boiled egg if you would like.
0g
Lunch
Beef Burger with tomato and feta cheese Serve the burger with a fresh cucumber salad.
2g
Lunch
Snack
Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
3g*
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Snack
Baked meatballs with cauliflower baking meatballs instead of frying them saves time and clean-up. These can easily be added to low carb tomato sauce.
Dinner
2g
italian style grilled chicken with aubergine Cut the aubergine into slices and rub with olive oil, salt and pepper and cook under grill
4g
Dinner
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WEEK 1 : DAY 5
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 1 : DAY 6
Bacon with onion Omelette A simple and hearty breakfast.
Net carbs 1g
Breakfast
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Snack
Turkey salad This beautiful salad makes an outstanding light dinner or special lunch. use your imagination to create your own combinations.
4g
Lunch
Tiger prawn salad cool and refreshing, this tarragon-infused prawn salad is a perfect light luncheon meal.
3g
Lunch
Snack
Advantage shake mix powder Just add water to make a delicious shake in seconds, and from Phase 2 you can add your favourite fruits.
3g*
Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
3g*
Snack
Dinner
Florentine steak with spicy stir-fried asparagus One of the favourite dishes of the Italian kitchen.
1g
Grilled Turkey breast fillet Combine with beans or broccoli to make a festive feast and add a fresh mushroom sauce.
0g
Dinner
WEEK 1 : DAY 7
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 2 : DAY 1
Frittata Lorraine. You can cut bacon into neat pieces if you buy slab bacon, but if you buy strips you may find they slip too readily to slice tidily. Simplify matters by cutting them with scissors and letting them fall directly into the skillet. Advantage shake mix powder Just add water to make a delicious shake in seconds, and from Phase 2 you can add your favourite fruits.
Net carbs 2g
Breakfast
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
3g*
Snack
Snack
Chicken Chowder Rich and creamy chowder is too good to limit only to clams or fish. Chicken and cauliflower stand in for traditional clams and potatoes in our tasty rendition of the New England classic. Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
6g
spicey Tuna steak salad Spice rubs are a quick way to give fish and meat loads of flavor. This particular mix is inspired by Thai cuisine. Add more vegetables to your salad to spice it up Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
2g
Lunch
Lunch
1.3g*
3g*
Snack
Snack
Baked salmon with Bok Choy. Baking the salmon at a high temperature gives it a thick, crunchy crust. Bok choy, also known as Chinese cabbage, is a mild, quick-cooking green. Add a side salad if desired or a small side of extra sliced bell peppers.
Dinner
4g
Roast Beef Tenderloin with Broccoli. Roast tenderloin is as good served at room temperature or cold as it is hot, so its a great choice for entertaining. Because this cut is lean and somewhat bland, a tangy sauce is a good accompaniment.
1g
Dinner
Total carbs: 7g
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WEEK 2 : DAY 2
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 2 : DAY 3
Creamy Baked eggs with Cheese 3.5g Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese begins to brown. Serve immediately. Enjoy with sliced tomato or avocado.
Net carbs
Breakfast
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
Snack
Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
3g*
Snack
portobello pizza The meaty taste of portobello mushrooms makes you forget about the crust This recipe serves one. Make as many as you like and top with sausage, bacon, olives, etc. to taste. Add a side salad if desired. Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
4g
Lunch
Chicken salad Wraps Simple and delicious. For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped chipotle en adobo.
1g
Lunch
3g*
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Snack
Dinner
Grilled Chicken and Veggies with Basil A fresh marinade turns a simple grilled dish into something special.
8g
Tuna With Ginger and soy sauce With a Cucumber salad Grill for 4 minutes on each side. Transfer the tuna to plates and pour the sauce on top. Serve immediately.
2g
Dinner
WEEK 2 : DAY 4
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 2 : DAY 5
Basque eggs The trick to this dish is to reduce the tomato mixture to thick sauce that wont break and liquefy when added to the eggs. If youve never made scrambled eggs this way before, you are in for a treat. Advantage shake mix powder Just add water to make a delicious shake in seconds, and from Phase 2 you can add your favourite fruits.
Net carbs 5g
Breakfast
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
1.3g*
Snack
Snack
Creamy Broccoli soup This soup is quick and easy - just right for a weeknight supper or quick lunch. If you like, stir in about 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese after youve returned the pure to the saucepan. Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
3g
Greek salad with Chicken Breast Nothing beats a classic Greek salad for a touch of the Mediterranean. Here, we have paired it with grilled chicken for a filling entree.
6g
Lunch
Lunch
3g*
Snack
Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
3g*
Snack
mediterranean swordfish steaks with Broccoli puree Just 30 minutes marinating time at room temperature guarantees flavourful, moist fish.
Dinner
0g
stir-Fried shrimp with Ginger and mushrooms A quick and easy stir-fry is a perfect weekday supper. In this recipe you can substitute an equal amount of sliced chicken breast for the shrimp.
4g
Dinner
WEEK 2 : DAY 6
Breakfast
Atkins crackers Try with Creamed cheese and a slice of smoked salmon, egg salad with a slice of tomato or tuna salad with a teaspoon of capers.
Net carbs 3g
WEEK 2 : DAY 7
salmon with sour cream scrambled eggs Top scrambled eggs with thinly sliced smoked salmon; drizzle with sour cream and serve.
Net carbs 1g
Breakfast
Day Break Bars Great to start the day or as a mid morning snack. Nice blend of protein and fibre, available in 4 flavours.
2.1g*
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
Snack
salmon with peanut sauce over Broccoli salad Serve baked salmon fillets over greens and broccoli mixed with a rich peanut sauce.
5g
Vegetable soup This quick-cooking soup is incredibly versatile. Use whatever vegetables are in season, look best at the market, or are your favorites. Add a side of protein such as grilled shrimp or sliced turkey. Advantage Bar A delicious hunger killer full of protein. Great if you are travelling or in the office, available in 5 flavours.
6g
Lunch
Lunch
Snack
Advantage Ready to Drink shake An easy on the go snack that gives a good source of protein in 2 great flavours, great chilled.
1.3g*
3g*
Snack
mushroom herb stuffed Chicken with Aubergine This recipe calls for flavourful shiitake mushrooms, but you can use any variety (or combination) youd like.
Dinner
3g
Beef Filet with Bacon and Gorgonzola sauce and Broccoli. Serve with a side of steamed green beans, broccoli, or roasted asparagus to round out the meal. For the most flavourful dish, look for organic, antibiotic-free beef.
3g
Dinner
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The Atkins New Diet Cook Book is available now from Amazon or all good bookstores
The pROmise Atkins will help you lose weight, without the yo-yo effect. You ll have more energy and will feel much healthier.
*consult your doctor before starting the Atkins Nutritional approach or any other nutrition plan
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