Hello

[Cola]

I'm not really new, but I wouldn't say I'm a "second rounder" either since I didn't really get into the atkins diet all the way the first time. So here I am. Question: This is the end of my second day....do you have to have completed at least two weeks of ketosis before you start seeing weight loss? I'm 5'6 225 lbs. I need to lose at least 50 lbs if not more.

[Lady_Hawke]

Re: Hello

hi welcome. I can't recall if you are suppose to wait to weigh or not....me? I only weigh once a week. I do know that Atkins works if you work Atkins and so yes, you will see weightloss.
Stick to it.
Sorry I wasn't very helpful

[Adena]

Re: Hello

Cola, like every other answer you'll get about this way of eating, it varies by person. But, generally speaking, two days probably isn't long enough. But, you'll likely be there before two weeks is up. I predict it will take you maybe a week or so to get into ketosis.

Yes, those stix will turn colors (and don't worry if they aren't dark purple). ANY color change means you are there; darker isn't necessarily better. BUT, more importantly, you'll know you are there because your appetite will become noticeably lower. It's amazing -- I never would have believed it had I not experienced it.

Best of luck, and keep us posted.

[ShannonK]

Re: Hello

I usually start seeing weight loss around the third day... best wishes!

[Cola]

Re: Hello

Thanks everyone! I'm really determined this time....I've tried everything else short of Gastric or lyposuction! I bought some turkey dogs a couple days ago...they are gross and I've been drinking lots of water. Any suggestions? BTW, my breath smells like death....isn't spearmint good for that?