Phase 1: Ready. Set. Go fast.

 

Phase 1 of the Atkins diet is called Induction – it's where you'll kick start your weight loss. Here, with a few easy steps, you'll turn your body into the fat-burning machine you've always wished it could be.

Download the meal plans for this phase!
 

Meal plan 1 - Induction

 

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Objectives of Induction

Objectives of Induction

As the name implies, Induction is your initiation into the Atkins Diet. All too often, people confuse this first phase of the program with the whole Atkins Diet, but Induction is only the first of four progressively liberal phases.

How to Do Induction Right

How to Do Induction Right

Many people see remarkably fast weight loss on Induction. Others find it slow going. Whatever your pace, you’ll need to follow the rules precisely to achieve success.

What You Can Eat in this Phase

What You Can Eat in this Phase

Find out What You Can Eat in this Phase; Most fish, poultry and meat don't contain carbs so you can feel free to enjoy them, but be sure you're also getting your 12 to 15 grams of net carbs in vegetables as well.

Supporting You During this Phase

Supporting You During this Phase

Of course we will Support You During this Phase. Here you'll find the most-often asked questions about Phase 1 of the Atkins Diet—along with answers.