Dr Atkins vindicated?

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Thirty years ago 'Dr Atkin's Diet Revolution' promised healthy weight loss by upping your fat intake and cutting carbs! This was not exactly in line with dietary guidelines that promoted cutting fats and oils, but the results of some studies indicate that this may not be the case...

Atkins vindicated?

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[+1] - Phoenix32890 - 02/18/2003[b][color=green]In 1961 I was drinking tablespoonfuls of safflower oil. Atkins didn't write his book until 1972![/color][/b] [quote]1961 "Calories Don't Count," by Herman Taller,...
[+1] - New Haven - 02/22/2003Best bet is to eat in moderation and excercise.

In 1961 I was drinking tablespoonfuls of safflower oil. Atkins didn't write his book until 1972!

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"Calories Don't Count," by Herman Taller, sells 2 million copies; against carbs and refined sugar; advocates large quantities of unsaturated fat. (In 1967 Taller is convicted of mail fraud for selling "worthless" safflower capsules.)

Dr Atkins vindicated?

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