Dr. Robert C. Atkins, one of the pioneers of complementary medicine in the United States and one of the most famous, successful and enduring nutrition experts of the last 40 years, died on April 17, 2003 in New York City at the age of 72. The cause of death was related to head trauma when he slipped on an icy sidewalk while Dr. Atkins was on his way to work.

Dr. Atkins inspired us to reexamine many myths related to the way that we eat. Dr. Atkins brought great enthusiasm and knowledge to his work and his work has improved the lives of many people. I may not agree with everything that he espoused -- especially with regards to the consumption of saturated fats -- but I acknowledge that Dr. Atkins was a pioneer in pointing out the link between high carbohydrate diets and obesity and Type 2 diabetes.

I found his books, especially the recently published Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution, to be extremely well researched and very compelling.

I salute you Dr. Atkins!

-Tim
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