[Dana113]

Do you honestly believe that a mere 17.5 grams of additional carbohydrates (the amount found in a 6 oz. glass of grapefruit juice) can cause such metabolic havoc as to completely halt fat burning?? Do you have any scientific proof to support this assertion (I'm asking because you seem big on studies)?

Do you think that Atkins requires that carbs be below 20 grams a day because he pulled that number out of a hat? You can see for yourself that 37 grams a day does not work. You provided the study yourself!

[MArdee]

Do you think that Atkins requires that carbs be below 20 grams a day because he pulled that number out of a hat?

Yeah, basically.

You can see for yourself that 37 grams a day does not work. You provided the study yourself!

How doesn't it work?? The subjects in the 15% carbohydrate group lost 8.9 kg. (19.5 lbs.).