Any one following the Atkins lifestyle

I have been on the Atkins diet for the last three years. It worked for me because I was able to maintain my weight at 108 pounds for my 4'11" frame. Plus, I play badminton to burn calories should I ever eat anything with carbohydrates. Lately, I was diagnosed of tuberculosis. Everyone tells me that I got this because I was not eating carbohydrates, that's why my lungs got so weak. What can you say about this? I have started eating rice and bread because I am under medication and was advised to stop dieting. But it is really against my wishes. I'm so sad.. but I need to stop the Atkins diet for a while.

Hey:) Congrats on your success with the Atkins diet. I am actually starting today. I've had a couple friends got through the entire diet (all 4 stages) and they couldn't be happier. If you stick with it and following the stages correctly, it works wonderful. By the end, you are able to eat carbs. It just teaches you how to pick healthy foods and to make good choices. As far as people saying that it is unhealthy, I used to think the same thing until I read one of the Atkins books and did some research on the topic. I see nothing wrong with getting a majority of your carb intake from veggies. So good luck on your continued success and if you were still wanting someone to share your progress with, I'm your gal. :)

I did the adkins diet for a while. I did lose about 18 pounds on it but it got to be very expensive to follow. I got tired of eating one thing while my family ate something else. I also tried south beach diet and though it is quite close, it is an easier and healthier way to live. Weight watchers also has a program like it. I cant remember what it is called but instead of counting points you just eat off the list. I think all the diets have one thing in common. Cut out carbs and sugar and eat in moderation and we will all be better off.

I don't want to throw a negative at you. I did Atkins a while ago. It really works if you totally stick to it. Eat one carb over and you will gain weight. It isn't a very healthy way to loose weight. I would suggest Weight Watchers. I started it last week and lost 3 pounds the first week. It is easier to stick with because you can eat so much more. When on Atkins, I got so sick of eating eggs, meat and cheese~ good luck on your new lifestyle.