Atkins Diet not for me - High Cholesterol Message Board

cloverberry · 04-23-2003, 07:14 AM

I've read the Atkins diet and a lot of it was ok but some of the things I can't go along with. Bananas are a no no but you should take a pill for potassium? No thanks, I'd rather eat a banana. I need my juice in the morning. Most fruits are a no no. I don't eat a lot but I like my banana or an apple or an orange. I'm not saying no one should try it. If your interested in it get the book from the library first and try it.

Magpiezoe · 04-28-2003, 11:48 AM

Hello, Did you hear the new saying? "A banana a day keeps the doctor away." according to CNN. The potassium in the banana is enough to lower high blood pressure. I'm sticking with my low-fat diet to control my cholesterol, since it works for me. I can eat any fruit or vegies I want, because all fruit and vegies are so low in fat that they are considered fat-free.

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Magpie

phja · 04-28-2003, 02:37 PM

magpie,
hi. whats your numbers again....you've told me before but i've forgotten. thanks

Magpiezoe · 04-30-2003, 02:31 PM

Hello, The total cholesterol was 239 before my low-fat lifestyle diet. My last test was 176.

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Magpie