Abstract
This paper explains that obesity is a growing problem within the United States and is associated with a myriad of negative health concerns. Among the currently accepted treatments are the Atkins diet regimen and the use of the drug ,Orlistat, also known as Xenical. The author reports that the goal of this study is to provide information concerning the level of health risks, such as depression and hypertension, the financial cost, and the effectiveness of weight loss in comparison between the Atkins diet and the use of Xenical. The paper proposes a study consisting of 200 participants, both male and female, aged 15 through 35; half will follow the Atkins diet guidelines for a minimum of six months, and the other half will be prescribed Xenical.

Table of Contents
Background and Significance
Statement of the Problem
Goal
Objectives
Methodology
Population
Instruments
Statistical Method

From the Paper
"Xenical has been approved for use throughout England and Wales by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence,with strict restrictions and guidelines that include either a body mass index greater than or equal to 28 kg, the pre-existence of a serious illness or have a BMI greater than 30kg. The patient has to show a commitment to lifestyle change by having already lost already lost at least 2.5 kg by dieting and increasing physical activity. The patient must have lost at least 5% of his or her body weight from the start of drug treatment in order to continue treatment. Dr. Ellen L. Sakornbut adds that the drug has a secondary effect, similar to anabuse, where the patient becomes ill if too much fat is ingested. This "negative feedback" experience provides reinforcement toward positive lifestyle changes."

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Abstract
This article examines aspects of the Atkins diet. The writer discusses whether or not the diet is an effective program for weight loss. The paper also looks at the problems related to high protein and high fat diets. The writer discusses the dangers of ketosis that such diets induce.

From the Paper
"Low-carbohydrates diets do bring about weight loss in the short-term but their long-term effects are no better than other diets. The Atkins diet is a high protein high fat diet with very low carbohydrate intake. It has been shown to work for weight loss over the short-term, but there are doubts about its ability to work over the long-term. It is difficult to adhere to such a low-carbohydrate regimen long-term. Two recent studies reported in the New England Journal of ... "

Tags:Atkins diet, dangers of ketosis

Abstract
This paper begins with a brief synopsis of the Atkins diet and the medical philosophy behind the diet. The paper then reviews studies on the diet's short-term safety and effectiveness and cites the positive results of these studies, while at the same time noting the lack of sufficient medical studies done on the long-term safety and effectiveness of the diet.

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"Recent research suggests that the low-carbohydrate Atkins diet is safe and effective in the short term. Today, millions of Americans follow the Atkins diet, making questions of safety and effectiveness increasingly important. In controlled studies, those on the Atkins diet lost more weight, had bigger increases in heart-friendly HDL cholesterol and had larger decreases in triglyceride levels when compared to dieters on a "normal" diet. Despite the diet's clear short-term success, the long-term effectiveness and safety of the diet have not been conclusively established, although a diet that combines the traditional Atkins diet with low fat may help to reduce some of these potential risks. Overall, the Atkins diet seems to be an effective way to shed pounds, at least in the short term. The Atkins diet may provide an effective and safe means to improve health, even when potential concerns about the diet are contrasted against the documented and well-known dangers of obesity."

Tags:lost, weight, low, carbohydrates, dr., robert, increase, energy, yo-yo, dieting, counting, calories

Abstract
This paper examines the pros and cons of the Atkins diet, based on the controversial idea of the intake of a high protein and high fat diet with the reduction in the intake of carbohydrates. The paper explores the marketing strategies of this diet as they are employed in the United States and Europe.

Outline
I. Background on Atkins Diet
II. When was Atkins Introduced into USA
III. How is the US Market doing in terms of Sales this Year
IV. Global Introduction:
V. Marketing and Advertising Strategies
VI. Where is Atkins headed?
VII. Conclusions and Recommendations

From the Paper
"Atkins was born in Columbus, in the state of Ohio in the year 1930. After having joined the University of Michigan, he graduated with a Major in Pre-meds, after which Atkins received his Medical Degree in the year 1955 from the Cornell University Medical School. By the year 1959, he had finished his residencies at both Rochester and Columbia Universities, and also at St. Luke's Hospital at New York. Equipped with the experiences gained from the residencies, Dr. Atkins was able to start his private practice at New York City in the year 1960. It was in the year 1963 that he began to conduct a lot of research and also formalize his findings on the subject of 'controlled carbohydrate intake', as based on a series of articles that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association. However, it was not until the year 1972 that the very first edition of the revolutionary book, 'Dr. Atkins Diet Revolution' was published, which was followed by Dr. Atkins findings on the effects of the destabilizing effects of Diabetes or Blood Sugar published in the book 'Dr. Atkins' Super Energy Diet' in the year 1977. (From Past to Present)"

Tags:carbohydrates, protein, fat

Abstract
This essay focuses on the vegetarian aspects of the Atkins diet, specifically the consequences of this diet on vegetarians. The paper discusses how the the diet is a successful option for meat eaters who wish to loose weight within a short period of time but could be potentially detrimental to vegetarians. The paper focuses on how a vegetarians can accomplish the induction period of the diet, and the problems that vegetarians face attempting low-carbohydrate diets, which omnivores do not have to worry about. It illustrate some of the better known consequences of this diet from scientific findings, opinions of those who have tried it and from personal experience. The paper concludes with some ideas of how a better diet could be created for vegetarians who do wish to lose weight using some of the basics of the science found in the Atkins diet.

From the Paper
"To be on the Atkins diet involves an induction period of two weeks. In this initial two weeks, which is known as the "kick start" to the diet, the dieter is to take in less then 20 grams of carbohydrates a day. This means absolutely no wheat or grain products, no sugar or candy of any kind, and no fruit, just to name of few of the product groups forbidden during induction. The scientific purpose of induction includes, breaking certain food addictions, making the switch within your body from carbohydrate burning to fat burning, as well as stabilizing the body's blood sugar levels. "The name Induction signifies that its purpose is to induce weight loss by changing your body's chemistry so that you will achieve lipolysis and the secondary process of ketosis." The rules of induction are fairly simple, and the basics are eat regular meals, eat liberally, and watch for hidden carbohydrates. Most importantly it suggests following the acceptable food lists provided by Dr. Atkins."

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Abstract
This paper evaluates the Atkins diet and whether or not it really works over the long-term. The author discusses the dangers of high protein, high fat diets, and the dangers of low carbohydrate intake. The paper reports that, of the people who have lost weight and kept it off, few of these used the Atkins diet.

From the Paper
"Cutting carbohydrates out of the diet completely or cutting down on them very severely does not make sense scientifically and is not necessary to those wishing to lose weight and eat a healthy diet. The Atkins diet is a high protein high fat diet with very low carbohydrate intake.. It has been shown to work for weight loss over the short-term but there are doubts about its ability to work over the long-term. There are also doubts about the credibility of any diet that ..."

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Abstract
This paper explains the basic theory behind the Atkins diet and why it is thought to help one loose weight. The writer then provides theories, which refute the logic behind the Atkins diet, providing biological and nutritional reasoning.

From the Paper
"The philosophy behind so-called "low carb" diets such as the Atkins Diet is that obesity is primarily the result consuming too many carbohydrates, and that the traditional medical focus on lowering fat intake is partly to blame for obesity in the United States. The theory underlying the Atkins Diet philosophy is that carbohydrate consumption stimulates elevated insulin levels in accordance with their relative position on the "Glycemic Index" familiar to diabetics. According to Atkins, the recent rise in obesity in the United States is partly the result of governmental advice to minimize high-fat foods in favor of carbohydrates (Atkins, 1999)."

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Abstract
This paper explains that the consensus is that the Atkins diet works over the short- term, but the weight is regained over the long-term. The author points out that it is not more successful than low-fat diets and is a less well-balanced diet. The paper reports that the high fat content is a risky medical proposition and the long-term effects of a high fat diet are currently under investigation.

From the Paper
"Cutting carbohydrates out of the diet completely or cutting down on them very severely does not make sense scientifically and is not necessary to those wishing to lose weight and eat a healthy diet. The Atkins diet is a high protein, high fat diet with very low-carbohydrate intake. It has been shown to work for weight loss over the short-term but there are doubts about its ability to work over the long-term. Two recent studies reported in the "New England Journal of Medicine"..."

Tags:low carbohydrate, high protein, high fat

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This paper questions whether the Atkins diet can solve obesity and Type 2 Diabetes epidemics in the United States. It looks at the make-up of the diet and its vital components and explains the health aspects of nutritional component. This is then examined as to whether the diet can really provide a solution to major diseases connected to obesity in the United States.

From the Paper
"Studies show that 64.5% of all Americans are overweight, and 30.5% of those are obese (Harvard Men's Health Watch). The real concern is that "obesity is directly responsible for 300,000-400,000 deaths in the U.S. each year, nearly as many as smoking," reports the Harvard Medical School. How is America dealing with this major obesity epidemic? A majority of these overweight Americans are turning to the latest controversial "fad" diet referred to as the "Atkins diet." As of December 1, 2002, the Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution paperback has dominated the New York Times best seller list for over five years (New York Times). The Atkins diet is attractive to many people because it offers weight loss without starvation; not only does it shed off pounds without starving, but also without counting calories as one would on a traditional low-fat diet. But here is the catch you must get rid of your sweet tooth! In addition, the Atkins diet appears to offer a solution to adult-onset, type 2 diabetes, which is also another major health epidemic in the United States. "Approximately 17 million people in the United States, or 6.2% of the population, have diabetes," most of which is adult-onset, type 2 diabetes, reports the American Diabetes Association. Although the Atkins diet has become an increasingly popular method for losing weight and may provide a solution to type 2 diabetes, ongoing controversy among medical researchers indicates that further research is necessary in order to deem it safe."

Tags:disease, obese, heart, health