2008 - Hi! My name is Dana and I can't seem to lose weight no matter what I do! I have tried every diet on earth. At this point I am not really looking for a quick fix diet, I am looking for how to eat for the rest of my life and be healthy. I am now back to Atkins. I tried it years ago and lost weight but stopped because of all the news about how unhealthy it is. I decided it doesn't have to be unhealthy as long as I stick to lean healthy proteins.

UPDATE:2012
It's been 4 years since I started Atkins induction. During induction I pretty much stuck to foods I knew didn't have any carbs because I didn't want to bother with counting carbs. (meats, cheese, eggs, fish, etc) After about 10 days I felt wonderful, and looked like I lost 20 lbs! So, I started researching carbs, wondering if I had to ever eat them again. I learned I didn't and in fact the human body thrives on just protein and fat. That is what I have been eating for 4 years, animal foods only (Zero Carb). Eliminating carbs from my diet changed my life. I look and feel better than ever. As long as I stay away from carbs, I don't gain weight or get sick, I love it! Life is good!