The Atkins diet is a controversial low-carbohydrate diet that is supposed to help people lose weight by forcing their bodies to burn fat – instead of carbohydrates – for energy. People on an Atkins diet cut down on carbohydrates, but they are allowed to eat high-fat foods that most health care professionals tell people to avoid.

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