Welcome to our collection of Robert Atkins quotes! Dr. Robert Atkins was an American physician and cardiologist, best known for his creation of the Atkins Diet, a low-carbohydrate eating plan that has garnered widespread attention and controversy since its inception. Born on October 17, 1930, Atkins dedicated much of his career to promoting his diet philosophy, which emphasizes the consumption of protein and fats while minimizing carbohydrate intake. Throughout his lifetime, Atkins authored numerous books and articles on the subject of nutrition and weight loss, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the field.
In addition to his work in nutrition, Robert Atkins was also a prolific speaker and advocate for his dietary principles. He believed in the transformative power of his approach to eating, asserting that it could not only aid in weight loss but also improve overall health and well-being. Despite facing criticism from some in the medical community, Atkins remained steadfast in his beliefs, continuing to promote his diet until his death in 2003. Below, you’ll find a selection of insightful quotes from Robert Atkins himself, offering wisdom and perspective on the importance of nutrition and healthy living. Feel free to utilize these quotes for inspiration, motivation, or to share with others as you embark on your own journey toward better health and wellness.
Don’t fix what’s not broken. Robert Atkins
The people in power have created an obesity epidemic. Robert Atkins
It’s so logical and so simple. Fat is the backup fuel system. The role it plays in the body is that when there’s no carbohydrate around, fat will become the primary energy fuel. That’s pretty well known. Robert Atkins
Food compulsion isn’t a character disorder; it’s a chemical disorder. Robert Atkins
I eat more vegetables than the average vegetarian. Robert Atkins
I want the public to know the truth, not every condition affecting the heart comes from a blockage. Robert Atkins
I have had cardiomyopathy, which is a non-coronary condition and is in no way related to diet. Robert Atkins
Well, I would never do a study because I’m a practicing physician. I mean, all I do is treat people. Robert Atkins
I didn’t realise I was going to be fighting the whole world. Robert Atkins
I think that if a person wants to remain vegetarian, they’re just going to have to go hungry. Robert Atkins
I think I can wipe out diabetes. Robert Atkins
My patient population has a low recidivism rate, but if they haven’t made up their minds that it is permanent, then of course, they will fail. Robert Atkins
I weighed 193 pounds and had three chins. I couldn’t get up before 9 a.m. and never saw patients before 10. I decided to go on a diet. Robert Atkins
Carbohydrate is the bad guy. You have to see that. Robert Atkins
Nobody had ever told me junk food was bad for me. Four years of medical school, and four years of internship and residency, and I never thought anything was wrong with eating sweet rolls and doughnuts, and potatoes, and bread, and sweets. Robert Atkins
Everyone would be healthier if they didn’t eat junk food. Robert Atkins
A diet should be named after what you do eat, not what you don’t eat. Robert Atkins
I don’t like when people try to put a spin and have a second agenda to make a person look bad. Robert Atkins
You take the healthiest diet in the world, if you gave those people vitamins, they would be twice as healthy. So vitamins are valuable. Robert Atkins
How much obesity has to be created in a single decade for people to realize that diet has to be responsible for it? Robert Atkins
A controlled carbohydrate lifestyle really prevents risk factors for heart disease. Robert Atkins
There are many, many people who have lost 100 pounds and kept it off. Robert Atkins
I was gaining weight very rapidly and read about the idea of restricting carbohydrates as an alternative to going hungry. I had a big appetite, so that was the only thing I would even consider. Robert Atkins
If you believe that weight loss requires self-deprivation, I’m going to teach you otherwise. Robert Atkins
Fruit is definitely on the maintenance diet. It’s on the lifestyle diet. Robert Atkins
