Re: Atkins vs. Heathers diet? Fill up w Fat or Fiber?
03/18/03 05:15 PM
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Heather
Reged: 12/09/02
Posts: 7799
Loc: Seattle, WA
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There have been some other questions about the Atkins diet on the board - here's a link web page
You're absolutely right - soluble (and insoluble) fiber is very, very filling. And carbs/proteins are less than half as calorie-dense as fat, so you can eat twice as many for the same calorie count. That's why so many people lose weight when they switch from Atkins, or even just an average Western diet, to the IBS diet. They're dropping fats and adding carbs, which means they're losing overall calories.
For the gas, you should notice this dissipate as you adjust to the increased fiber in your diet. Also, try strong hot fennel tea - it's very antigas.
Best,
Heather
- Heather
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