what is an atkins diet
The Atkins Diet is also known as the Atkins Nutritional Approach. It was created by Dr. Robert Atkins, an American cardiologist. Dr. Atkins read about a diet in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) and devised one in order to reduce his own weight. He then used his devised diet to help his patients.
For many, it's really hard to lose weight that way. Atkins, on the other hand, limits carbohydrates (sugar), so the body burns fat, including body fat, for fuel. This approach leaves the body steadily fueled, and weight is lost, even when more calories are being consumed.