Atkins is not healthy. No carbs is not healthy. Maybe try South Beach instead if you want to go low carb route. I think the bottom line as far as weight goes is do what makes you happy, what you are comfortable with. If you are a relatively healthy person, ie get in your fruits and veggies and get in some walking every once in a while, then don't worry about the poundage. I say this, but I admit I am weight obsessed when it comes to myself . Everyone's body metabolizes things differently. We are all beautiful inside and out!