I think cutting back on some of the fats on Atkins is fine, but adding too many carbs would be a big mistake. I have not changed my cooking for the family other than maybe less casseroles ect.
When you say he has trouble with fats, which kind? meat or the butter/cream ect?

I am 1 pound from goal and for sometime now I have eaten, small potatoes, fresh corn, no flour bread, 2-4 times a week, but only choosing one a day.As well 2-3 servings of fruit everyday. I have managed to lose my last 10 pounds this way, but, not for one minute do I think I could go back to my low fat way of eating......... Thats what got me fat and many others here, remember traditionally low fat products have more sugar in them.

Good luck Kathy