I think Atkins is a wonderful way to lose weight, but if you aren't losing then I think it's fine to consider other options. I know that personally I will not stick with Atkins for the rest of my life - I like my carbs too much for that. I WILL, however, LIMIT my processed carbs for the rest of my life. I feel much better on this plan than I have in recent memory - but I need my pizza, pie, frosted mini-wheats for breakfast, and especially FRUIT. Once I lose the weight that I need to lose, I am going to try to maintain by eating less and exercising more. (Including weight lifting to keep up the metabolism.)

So long story short - do whatever works for you - Atkins or not. And good luck!