On Atkins, one severely restricts carbs...at all meals, all the time...during induction...and although you increase your carb allowances during OWL, you really do limit the carb intake.

On CALP, one is allowed nearly anything...sugar, high/low glycemic carbs...during the Reward meal...within the confines of eating the same amount of protein and lc veggies.

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On Atkins, one is told that limiting fat can be detrimental to the plan.

On CALP, one is allowed to limit fat.

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How can both programs work?

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Is there any scientific rationale for the CALP "RM" and/or "eat it within 60 minutes"? Doesn't the incorporation of that many carbs in your daily intake significantly reduce the burning of fat?

Or, do Atkins and CALP base their weight lose claims on two different premises...Atkins on burning fat instead of carbs with blood insulin lower being secondary to this .....CALP on blood insulin lowering being the primary basis for weight loss?

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Hopefully, you can see where I am going with this and can help me clarify.