In this video I discuss the subject of mental acuity and emotions on the Atkins Diet and the whole “Low Carb Zombies” myth. Critics: “Low Carb Emotional Zombies” Not only may the Atkins Diet impair mental functioning, it may impair emotional functioning as well. Researchers at MIT are afraid the Atkins Diet is likely to make many people–especially women–irritable and depressed.[197] The Director of MIT’s distinguished Clinical Research Center measured the serotonin levels in the brains of 100 volunteers eating different diets.[198] www.atkinsexposed.org It’s not unusual for people who are changing their eating patterns or embarking on any kind of diet to experience episodes of irritability. However, according to Psychology Today, many who are trying testing low-carbohydrate regimens are reporting unusually high feelings of anger, tension and depression. Dr. Wurtman claims that that it’s a very well documented response-she calls it the “Atkins attitude”. www.geneva-health.com Check out the following sites: www.jonnybowden.com September issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers from Australia decided to investigate diet and mood. They put 93 overweight or obese men and women on one of two diets- high-carb low- fat, or low-carb high-fat. The diets ranged from 1400-1700 calories a day, approximately 30% less than what the participants were used to. The study lasted 8 weeks. At the beginning of the study- and for every 2 weeks afterwards– participants …

Atkins Diet Quick Hits – Alcohol One of the questions I get quite often is can I drink during Induction or at all on Atkins. This question is probably least hard for me to answer as I have given much of alcohol except for maybe a couple times a year. With that, during Induction you definitely should not drink alcohol. It is only 14 days long, and certainly you can last 14 days without drinking. Why? The same reason we restrict everything else in Induction — get you back to a simple diet or platform to readd foods, drop in ketosis, and start a new way to eat. Some people can drink and lose weight still, but for others, it is a source of much trouble. Two reasons this can happen: * all alcohol must be consumed for fuel first before burning anything else which can last up to a hour and half per drink. So no fat burning while you are drinking alcohol. * Alcohol can lead increased hunger and decreased resistance to cravings. Wait ’til OWL phase, and figure out if you can add it back without gaining weight. If you can lose and drink, make sure your selection are low carb options. Figure out up front what and how many so you’ll know how long you will be off fat burning.

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Link to Linda’s site and donation link: www.genaw.com In this Atkins Diet in the kitchen video, I make one of Linda’s recipes of Linda’s Low Carb Recipe site fame. It is Panna Cotta, and the ease and lack of ingredients (only 3) is amazing. It is super versatile and only limited by your access to good sugar free syrups like Torani and DaVinci. Here’s the recipe: www.genaw.com 1 envelope unflavored Knox gelatin 3 TBS SF syrup, like DaVinci or Torani 2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup sugar free syrup In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 3 tablespoons syrup; let stand 5 minutes to soften. Bring the cream and 1/2 cup syrup to a simmer for about 6 minutes. Remove cream and syrup from the heat and add the gelatin mixture. Stir until the gelatin is completely melted. Pour mixture into 6 individual ramekins or small bowls. Cover the surface with plastic wrap. Chill until set. Makes 6 servings 279 Calories; 29g Fat; 3g Protein; 2.5g Net Carbs

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This video deals the question “So when can I eat oatmeal again?” that I sometimes get. The answer is you guessed it a personal one, “it depends.” The main goals of the Ongoing Weight Loss (OWL) phase is to determine two things: * your reaction to the new foods you add back into your diet * your Critical Carbohydrate Level for Losing (CCLL) There is also an understood goal as well by the name — that is weight loss continues to happen. Who would want to do something on a diet with 100 pounds to go if you weren’t going to eventually get to goal? Well, rest assured that the OWL phase will get you to your goal weight as well, but you will get there knowing there are no hidden pitfalls of untried foods and knowing how far you can progress up the carbohydrate ladder with no fear. It puts Atkineer in control of their diet, and personalizes the diet even more to their taste. You add the rungs you will eventually want to try and skip those that either hinder your efforts by triggering cravings or that no longer appeal to you. Here are the rungs: 1. Vegetables 2. Dairy 3. Nuts and Seeds 4. Berries and Melons 5. Wine and low carb liquors 6. Legumes/Beans 7. Fruits other than berries 8. Starchy Vegetables 9. Whole Grains Rules of OWL 1. Keep protein and fat as the mainstays of your diet. 2. Increase your daily carbohydrate intake by no more than 5 grams each week. 3. Add new foods in the order listed in the carbohydrate ladder. 4. Add one new food group at a time. 5. Eat a food item …

If a mother who is breastfeeding uses the South Beach diet, they must remember to consume no fewer than 1800 calories and only enter in the second or third stage. Ensure that a mother on the South Beach diet has a significant milk supply withtips from a licensed dietitian in this free video on weight loss and nutrition. Expert: Christine Marquette Bio: Christine E. Marquette is a registered and licensed dietitian with the Austin Regional Clinic in Austin, Texas. Filmmaker: Todd Green

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This recipe video is featuring my eldest daughter’s favorite low carb meal, Potsticker Patties. It was developed originally from a recipe on Linda’s Low Carb recipe site (www.genaw.com which if you haven’t heard me brag up enough, let me do it again. The annotated recipes are simply the best! Without any further adieu, here’s the recipe: HEATHER’S POTSTICKER PATTIES Cabbage Mixture: 1.5 pounds green cabbage 1 small-medium onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon granular Splenda 2 tablespoons oil Meat Mixture: 2 pound ground pork 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 eggs 5 green onions, minced optional Dash hot sauce 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil Shred the cabbage in your food processor. To get really fine shreds, you can add the chopping blade as well. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add cabbage mixture ingredients to the skillet and fry until the cabbage is wilted, and begins to stick to the bottom of the pan. Remove the mixture from the heat. Add the meat mixture ingredients in a large bowl. Mix with with the cabbage mixture until well-incorporated. Take 4-5 oz scoops of the mixture, and form rough patties with them. This should make roughly 14 patties. Cook in skillet or George Foreman Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side. Nutrition Ingredients: (per patty) 196 Calories, 14.8g Fat, 2.9 Total Carbs (1g Fiber), 12.5g Protein