Post your name in the title of a new topic to keep track of what you ate, how much you lost, and what you did today. Keeping a consistant weight loss diary has been proven to assist in losing weight, and helps people see the 'big picture' of both their eating and exercise patterns.

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A community for followers of the Atkins diet plan, started by Dr. Robert Atkins in the early 1970's.

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The South Beach Diet was invented by Arthur Agatston and Marie Almon in the 1980's. This diet is tamer in that it allows for more carbs, but it also has a slower speed of weight loss than Atkins.

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The Zone diet was popularized by a biochemist by the name of Barry Sears. This diet centers on the concept of losing weight by sorting your carb amount, proteins and fats into a 40:30:30 ratio. The term 'zone' is referring to having a proper hormone balance, which in turn causes weight loss.

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The ketogenic diet is a combination of a high fat, substantial protein and low carbohydrate food plan that is typically used for people who have conditions such as Parkinsons and Epilepsy (and many more) as the diet has been known to have a anti-convulsant effect.

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Breakfast should be the largest meal of the day and it is also possibly the most important. Studies have shown that people who skip breakfast tend to weigh more. Boost your metabolism with a filling breakfast.

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Hearty and comforting stews by the fireplace in the winter make you forget how cold it is, just like light low carb soups keep you warm on summer nights. Add to the collection of low carb stomach soups, stews and chowders.

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There is nothing like a cool crisp salad recipe that defeats the entree. Add your favorite salad recipe.

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An appetizer should be a fantastic introductiion to your meal. Never forget- first impressions are everything.

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The main course is perhaps the most important and should always be the largest. There are several low carb recipes that will confuse even those who eat carbs.

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The finishing touch of your meal should leave a lasting impression on your taste buds. Who says low-carbers can't eat dessert?

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If you have any questions about any low carb recipes or need cooking help, this is the section to discuss how to turn a disaster delectable.

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Research has proven that a signifigant amount of strenth training can make your cardio work outs substantially more effective. Don't skip your strength training when you go to the gym!

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Cardio is necessary to boost your weight loss pace. Reach out the community here for all your cardio questions, and advice.

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Visit the calmer side of working out, and experience how meditation work out programs can boost your metabolism and speed up weight loss.

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Sports are great in so many ways, because you can lose weight and build muscle at the same time as having fun! Many people say that they forget what they are doing is a form of working out, because they are enjoying it so much.

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Tell your story here and enlighten others as to how you lost weight. Even if it is just the beginning of your story that you know you will finish, we will be glad to hear it!

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