10/28/14

Tonight's homework is to complete Assignment 12.

Assignment #12 - Cutting the Carbs

Answer the following questions to the best of your ability in complete sentences.

1. What is the Atkins diet?

2. Based on the reading, what you know about carbohydrates, and any research you conduct, would you advocate for the Atkins diet as an effective way to lose weight?

Form and support your claim with evidence from the reading, class notes, and/or research.

Use the links at the bottom for assistance.

Dansinger, M. L. et al. (2005). Comparison of the Atkins, Ornish, Weight Watchers, and Zone Diets for weight loss and heart disease risk reduction. (article from class)

Astrup A. (2004). Atkins and other low-carbohydrate diets: Hoax or an effective tool for weight loss? (slightly more-straightforward)

Mayo Clinic. (2014). Low-carb diet: Can it help you lose weight? (most straightforward)