[js1138]

Atkins' most difficult stage is when you reach your target weight. You're supposed to add back carbs very slowly and carefully until you know exactly how many you can consume without bad effects (weight gain is only the most obvious).

My brother lost about 75 pounds on Adkins about 15 years ago. He kept it off for about five years, but has gained it all back and more. He is now about 50 pounds higher than when he started.

[Nov3]

He is now about 50 pounds higher than when he started.

I have never heard of anyone gaining 50 pounds while on atkin's maintenence. This is new.