The low-carb fad is going bust, thanks in part to PCRM’s
educational campaign about the many health risks associated with
the fad diet. And when the company filed for bankruptcy in early
August, PCRM launched a new “low-carb
swap” program for any disillusioned dieters
still trying to lose weight this risky way.
Modeled after gun buy-back programs, PCRM’s new initiative offers a free
16-page Vegetarian Starter Kit in exchange for any low-carb book
or food product mailed to PCRM’s office. If you have friends
or patients still following the Atkins diet, please encourage them
to mail in their low-carb products for a Vegetarian Starter Kit.
PCRM’s Lawsuit to Continue
Jody Gorran, the Florida businessman who developed a life-threatening
artery blockage after more than two years on the Atkins Diet, will
continue his lawsuit against Atkins Nutritionals despite the company’s
recent bankruptcy filing. A successful businessman who is not suing
for financial gain, Gorran is seeking warning labels on all Atkins
products. PCRM’s legal team represents Gorran.
Gorran argues that the Atkins Diet caused him to develop severe coronary disease
including dramatically elevated cholesterol levels, crushing chest pains, and
a potentially fatal arterial blockage requiring an angioplasty and stent. PCRM
maintains a registry for dieters like Gorran who believe they’ve
sustained health injuries from low-carb diets.
