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[gail74]

I'm trying to start the Atkins diet but really don't' no what all I can have and what not. Could someone tell me a meal plan to follow? and I no to drink plenty of water. But I don't know what to eat. I need a plan to go by please.

What was some of you alls daily intake? Like for breakfast lunch and so on.
I would appreciate any help. thanks

[Georgiana]

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There's a sticky in one of the forums giving all the info you're asking for. Here's the link:

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/spotlight-introduce-yourself/60133-if-you-new-read.html

I'd say you should first read the book. On the other hand, my guess is that you're not in the US/UK, so finding a copy might be a bit difficult (it certainly was for me). Check that sticky and ask if you have more questions.

[LadyBethny]

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You really need to read the book to get properly "acquainted" with this WOE. There are lots of stickys around the board that will help, but the book I think is paramount to success.

Good luck!

[clogger]

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gail74, the link Georgiana gave you is GREAT! We have all been in your shoes before and just wanted to get started as soon as possible. As others have suggested you should order a copy of DANDR 2002 or see if there is one you can check out from your local library. In the meantime, the Atkins Low Carb Dieting - FAQ's - Atkins Diet section has a thread for the Rules of Induction and a thread for the foods you can eat on Induction. It will ultimately be to your benefit and success to read DANDR 2002.

If you have any questions along the way please ask. Good luck!

[Amber_Girl79]

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Hi there, I also agree with the others about reading the book, but I will give you an idea of what I usually eat in a day.
Breakfast I have an omlette with cheese, onions, bacon, tomatoes, and salsa. Lunch I usually have a couple hard boiled eggs, and turkey, cream cheese wrapped in lettuce. Dinner is usually a pork chop or two, or a roasted chicken with a yummie veggie like Broccoli/cauliflower with butter! Snacks consist of celery stalks with bleu cheese, a slice of cheese, or a couple slices of meat. I also have a dessert of sugar free jello and whipping cream. Hope that give you an idea of a typical Atkins Day!!
I know you will do great!

[gail74]

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Thanks all for all your help I will have to go check the threads out and the book, Amber, thanks I printed out your meal plan you gave me an ideal of what to get when I go shopping today. I no I can do this my hardest part will be the not having no breads and sweets. but I love strawberries and cream so I will be picking that up today. Is it OK to have that on Induction? and Im a big coffee drinker decaf free. thanks bunch for you all's help. I got to get some before pictures of me taken soon. I never like taking pictures I hate me in pictures I'm useley behind the camera all the time.

[clogger]

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gail74, strawberries are not allowed until later when you get to OWL (ongoing weightloss). I think it's rung 4 so since you love them use that as a motivator to stay on plan and get to rung 4. That will be about 6 weeks or so down the road.

For the best results follow Dr. Atkins' plan to the best of your ability .

[Amber_Girl79]

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I also love coffee, I am a starbucks junkie! I now have changed my regular Mocha with whip to a decaf house coffee with Sugar Free Syrup (like sf caramel or sf hazelnut) and 1/2 inch steamed cream. It is Yum! I get a couple of those a day with no effect to my weight loss. Also please don't get the strawberries!! yes I am yelling! You must read Dr. Atkins book to have the whole list of acceptable foods in induction. And then you will watch the pounds go away and away and away. But put down the fruit and and enjoy some cheese!!!