Vignette #2 Todd Has Been Overweight Since Childhood but as a College

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Vignette #2 Todd has been overweight since childhood but as a college student has made a commitment to lose weight. He goes on the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution diet and after a few months switches to Weight Watchers. After 6 months, Todd has lost 12 pounds but is still overweight. He is discouraged he hasn't lost more weight and he goes to a fast-food restaurant and has two cheeseburgers and a milkshake. Let's see how knowledgeable you are regarding diets so you can effectively help Todd. What is the rationale behind the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution?

• A) Your blood type determines the types of foods you should eat.
• B) A vegetarian diet that is low in fat accompanied by stress reduction will allow healthful weight loss.
• C) Eliminating carbohydrates produces ketosis, which leads to decreased hunger.
• D) Diet pills and weight-loss bars are the secret to weight loss success.
• E) The consumption of low-glycemic foods prevents unhealthy fluctuations in blood sugar.

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