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Robert Coleman Atkins

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Robert Coleman Atkins

Birth
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, USA
Death
17 Apr 2003 (aged 72)
New York, New York County, New York, USA
Burial
Cremated, Location of ashes is unknown Add to Map
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Medical Pioneer. He is the originator of the low carbohydrate, high protein "Atkins Diet," which he introduced in the 1972 book "Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution." His dietary theories were disputed for years until medically validated 30 years later. His "Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution" sold over 10 million copies. At his time of death it was estimated that millions of Americans had participated in the "Atkins Diet."
Medical Pioneer. He is the originator of the low carbohydrate, high protein "Atkins Diet," which he introduced in the 1972 book "Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution." His dietary theories were disputed for years until medically validated 30 years later. His "Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution" sold over 10 million copies. At his time of death it was estimated that millions of Americans had participated in the "Atkins Diet."

Bio by: RPD2


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