Men just get a metabolic break - guess it's to make up for the testosterone poisining
Great news about the triglycerides though!!!
As for the Atkins woe, it is really not a good choice for on-again, off-again as your body never gets to be/stay in ketosis. If it's not for you, you are definitely better off with a different plan. Unfortunately, even a little cheating will sabotage your wl and get you discouraged
I have found if I'm good about sticking to my carb limits, although I am eating calorie-dense foods I am not eating a ton of calories per day as I am not particularly hungry. But, if I have too many carbs (even good carbs like nuts & berries) then I start to crave more and away we go...