Just a quick note,

How you choose to execute the atkins diet is up to you. I find that I don't really like eating a lot of meat so I have had lots of fish (grilled and brushed with olive oil, sauteed in olive oil). I've enjoyed such wonderful treats as mushrooms sauteed in olive oil, spinach sauteed with olive oil and garlic, lobster (yes, I counted the carbs) dipped in clarified butter, lox, smoked salmon, etc. The fish oils and olive oil are known to be good for you. So you can choose how you do the diet. I also enjoy 4 oz of red wine about every other day...also great for the heart.

Slimcat