[DB]

Since it is a well established fact that excess calories are what cause an increase in weight and fast food restaurants are excessively high in fat calories.

Ever read Atkins?

Because something is high in calories does not mean it is absorbed well into the body. You statement is way over simplified.

[LoneGreenEyeshade]

Yes, I know Atkin's. Did his diet for six weeks and spent the next 2 weeks in the cardiac unit of the local hospital, attributed solely to his diet. Beware.

[Mamzelle]

re:Atkins

While I've know some people to have excellent results with this diet, I don't think it's for kids. I also can't handle it.

I think the underlying notion of increasing protein while limiting heavy carbs is a good one, though I'd also watch the fat.

Adding a small serving of carbs with a little drizzle of olive oil can really add to one's sense of satiety, and that can help avoid the munchies.