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I first heard of the Atkins Diet from a friend of mine. She described the freedom to eat meats, and higher fat foods, rather than the typical diet of all veggies no meat. I thought to myself this is a diet made in heaven for me, as I am very much a carnivore, and LOVE meat!! I borrowed her older copy of DANDR, and started to read it. By day two I went out and bought the new copy, reading it cover to cover, while eating omellettes, and steak. I truly thought at first, well if I lose weight terrific, if not, and I don't gain, I can eat like this forever. That was eleven weeks ago, and twenty pounds ago. I am thrilled with the weight loss, and still very contented with the way of eating. I did not expect the side effects of clearer skin, shinny hair, more energy than I have had in years, and a much better outlook on life. They were very pleasant side effects, that I am happy to keep forever.