What are the four phases to the Atkins Diet?
• Phase 1: Induction Calorie consumption from carbs limited to 20 grams each day. Carb sources are mainly from salad and vegetables which are low in starch. • Phase 2: OWL (Ongoing Weight Loss) Nutrient-dense and fiber rich foods are added as additional carb sources, at an increased rate of 25 grams during the first week of this phase, 30 grams during the second week, and 30 grams each subsequent week until your weight stops going down. At that point – when weight loss stops – take away 5 grams of carbs from your daily intake until you are starting to lose weight slowly. • Phase 3: Pre-Maintenance Increase your carb intake by 10 grams each week until your weight loss is very gradual. • Phase 4: Lifetime Maintenance Start adding a wider range of carb sources, while carefully monitoring your weight does not go up. Your sense of well-being must continue. If your weight starts to go up, ease back on two things – the amount of carbs you consume each day, and any of the new carbs you have be
