[momtomany1]

Saturated fats are allowed on Atkins, but Dr. Agaston of South Beach contends they will raise cholesterol. The thing is, most persons' cholesterol improves on Atkins. And Atkins steers us away from the trans fats and nasty shortenings, etc. She may not realize how much we are encouraged to use good oils and such.

Misconception, Atkins dieters nibble bacon all day. If you have read your book and understand the principles at work, you will do fine.

Knock her socks off with your succes, do clean Atkins and show her up the next time she does your lipids!