The Atkins diet is built on the assumption that cutting carbohydrates from an individual's diet will help that person lose weight. Its appeal to dieters is that they can eat any foods they would like as long as they stay away from carbohydrate-rich foods. However, many people abuse this approach to dieting and supplement the loss of carbohydrates with fatty foods high in cholesterol, such as meats and dairy products. While limiting carbohydrates will help a person lose weight, it must be done in a healthy way to promote permanent weight loss, rather than quick fixes.
Step 1
Make fruits and vegetables large staples of your diet. This ruffage is high in water content, meaning it won't add calories and fats to your system, and they will supply your body with necessary vitamins and minerals. The lack of fruits and vegetables is one of the primary errors made when doing the Atkins diet because the diet itself does not promote fruits and vegetables to the degree it should.
Step 2
Eat a protein-rich breakfast, such as eggs and fruit. Avoid toast or hash browns, which are both loaded with carbs.
Step 3
Enjoy a salad for lunch, adding a protein such as tuna or chicken if you would like. Keep away from croutons, and minimize your use of fatty foods such as cheese and eggs.
Step 4
Enjoy foods with natural fats, such as olives, as snacks. Your body can't do without some fats, but the emphasis placed on fatty foods by the Atkins diet can be misinterpreted. Avoid fats in processed foods and stick to natural fats whenever possible. Olives are also a great supplement to a salad.
Step 5
Use a lean meat such as chicken, fish or turkey as the main course for your evening meal. Use steamed vegetables or a comparable ruffage item as a side dish.
Step 6
Drink at least eight glasses (64 ounces) of water each day.
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