I'm not sure why people feel the need to be so discouraging about the fat fast, but I have read an equal # of posts where people did not gain the weight back, max they gained back 1-2(water) and had lost up to 15. If you truely think it is right for you than go for it. Try this link for more info www.atkins.com/Archive/2001/12/21-237659.html

I hope that works and good luck with whatever you decide to do!!! Also, you will see that it states that you should follow the first phase 4-5 days.