Hello

[LovlyLauren602]

Im so happy that I found this site. This is truly a new start for me and it feels like my last chance at losing weight seeing how I feel that my only alternative after this one is weight loss surgery(and I dont want that) :no . I like so many others have tried everything from phen-phen to weight watchers and, Im tired of failing and feeling hungry. I want something that I can do for the rest of my life and I know in my heart that this is it. So tomorrow I will start induction and I plan on doing it by the book. I see now that there is hope :joy

[Moochiecat]

A warm welcome to you, Lauren!

I trust you have your copy of Dr. Atkin's New Diet Revolution(version 2002 DANDR for short) and that you've read it, especially the chapter on Induction, yes?

Take some time and read the sticky's in the forums...they're chock full of good info! :yes They are things that we've seen addressed so often that we felt it necessary to put up permanent messages about them.

We look forward to seeing you progress through these 14 days and beyond. You may want to post a menu in the 'Review My Menu' forum after a day or two so we can see if it needs any tweaking.

All the best to you!

[Peterlock]

Hi Lauren! :wave

Welcome to Atkins!

As long as you have the 2002 version of the book "Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution" known around here as DANDR, do a clean Induction and use the support system in place for you right here on this site you will succeed!

Atkins is unlike any other WOL (way of life) wonderful food, you'll go hungry, you can finally become the person you've always known you are but haven't seen in the mirror.

Treat te book like your friend, you're personal Bible, use it, read it...read chapters that impress and fascinate you over and over. You already know what life is like feeling fat and unhealthy - all of us here do! We know all know about body shame and low self esteem as a direct result to both our weight and our addictions to carbs and sugar.

The opportunity to reinvent yourself, and improve your physical and emotional health is right here and right now. You never have to go back to that slow death way of eating again - ever.

Tough out Induction and do the first two weeks as clean and as by the book as possible, don't sabotage yourself.

Lauren, you're exactly right This is a second chance for you, for me and countless others - and second chances don't come around that often so grab onto this one and don't let go!

You're not alone in this and most of all if you want it, if you want a life of feeling great and being thin - it's yours for the asking (well, as long as you stick to it)

So make like Nike and "Just Do It" and never forget, all the support and encouragement you need (and who doesn't? ) is right here on this board.

Welcome!

Peter ha

[Moochiecat]

Atkins is unlike any other WOL (way of life) wonderful food, you'll go hungry, you can finally become the person you've always known you are but haven't seen in the mirror.

I'm positive Peter meant 'you'll never go hungry' and thats the best part of Atkins...not feeling deprived! :joy

[Isabeau]

Hello and welcome. You'll find lots of support here to help you reach your goals.

[Peterlock]

LOL...sorry about that, yes you'll NEVER go hungry!

Peter :joy

[dreamof145]

And we are glad you found this site too. The reason the other weight loss plans didn't work for you were because you were basically doing it alone. When you came here, you signed in for a support system 24/7!! Its great to have others who share the same goals of losing the weight and cheering you on.

Best wishes, can't wait to hear more from you as you lose the weight and the inches!!

[sweetpea1980]

Good luck I am sure you will do great. I just started today and so I totally understand!

[sweetpea1980]

Good luck I am sure you will do great. I just started today and so I totally understand!

[ditien]

:wave :wave Hey there, love the attitude you've started off with. Doing it by the book is a requirement, re read it and love it. I wish you the best of luck you can do this and we are here to support and to get support from each other. dont be shy to post a question or even to send a PM.