Hi There!

Here is my 2 cents on the matter. I know what is like to be an obese teen- I have been there and it is SO MUCH WORSE than being a heavy adult. So, I think that if you believe that Atkins will help- then do it. Gradually. Don't even tell them that you are reducing their carbs and don't do the whole "induction thing" or else they might start to feel deprived like you said. The trick is not to make them think they are on a diet. I think there are plenty of recipes that you can make that they will be happy with. Give it a shot and keep us posted.

good luck!



Nora