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Originally posted by Lisa N
in Dr. Atkins' defense many people do seem to be able to eat those bars and keep on losing. Keep in mind that people who aren't having a problem generally don't tend to make posts about it so we only hear from those (usually) who are having a problem with the bars and that makes it look like everyone has a problem with them when in fact, not that many (statistically) do.
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Hi Lisa:
Here's the thing. I looked at the poll on this site about low carb products stalling weight loss. Half the people who voted had had some sort of stall with them (out of 49 polled). So is it really statistically insignificant I wonder? Granted this is not a valid and reliable study, but it certainly makes me wonder.
I'm not suggesting that he ban his products, just that he advise people that these products should be used in moderation. I certainly don't think he should even consider allowing them in induction. Why can we not eat nuts within the first 2 weeks even though they are legitimately low carb (except peanuts and cashews).? He actually doesn't provide a reason in his book, but insinuates that people can't control themselves with nuts. The first 2 weeks are about learning control. Where's the control in eating LC bars as replacements for meals?
Hi afcgirl:
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I for one am not going to second guess Atkins, since I think you either believe in his theory (including with respect to net carbs) or you don't.
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Actually, the initial credit for net carbs goes to the Protein Power authors Drs. Eades. So it's really not part of his "theory" per se.
Sugar alcohols are a different breed than insoluble fiber, which cannot get digested. There exists a lot of controversy about how to go about counting sugar alcohols. Some say 0 carbs (like on the packets), some say full carbs (ADA), and others say half of the total carbs. There is a lot of gray area here. This site has a great article on sugar alcohols.
http://www.lowcarb.ca/tips/tips006.html
I don't question Dr. Atkin's theories, as I said I idolize him. What I question is his premature inclusion of sugar alcohols into induction when they do in fact impact blood sugar in many people. Just how many would be very interesting to know. It wouldn't surprise me if there is some backtracking in the future about these sugar alcohols.
Sam59:
You are very correct. The products are targeted to folks who think they need them. Like you, it's one step away from the real thing for me if I eat them. As I said from watching Larry King Live, Atkin's doesn't even mention eating his own products during a typical day. That tells me something.
I love this forum! Isn't the exchange of ideas great? Thanks everyone for your input.
Wanda