[Aleksis]

http://www.atkins.com/Files/08-0279_...pyramid_r5.pdf

Check it out... interesting that the fats/oils are above the fruit, and cheese is above the veggies and fruit and in with the legumes/nuts/fats. They really do expect people to limit cheese!

It says:

"To lose weight; eat foods from the base of the pyramid –
lean protein, leafy greens, vegetables and healthy oils.

As you get closer to your goal; move up the pyramid –
and up your options – fiber-rich fruits, dairy, nuts,
legumes and whole grains. See any added sugar or
trans fats? Neither do we."

Tril

[ultimda horaf]

but.... my cheese!

[doolarsva]

Why is cheese limited so?

I've read from so many people that they eat nothing but meat and cheese on Atkins (I know, that means modified Atkins) and they have no problems.

What about cheese makes it necessary to limit it? I haven't really so far, and while I don't just eat cheese all day, I eat more than 4 ounces and I'm shedding pounds.

I'm still trying to learn the science behind it all.

Shei

[ultimda horaf]

The dairy in cheese counts as carbs to most people's bodies, and can stall them out, as well as causin some constipation etc etc.

[Aleksis]

And... like nuts... it's VERY easy to overeat cheese. Overeating is still eating too much, even if it's low carb. Cheese is very calorically dense.

Tril

[smazibummigue]

Can't wait until I can eat brown rice and bread.

[ultimda horaf]

Bread lost its luster for me years ago..

now i scoff at it. it's just silly ole stuff.

[Aleksis]

You know... I don't miss bread, potatoes, rice or cereal at all. I don't dislike it, I just don't want it. I'd much rather have a sirloin steak and fresh vegetables. I'm SO glad for that, too!!