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  • #1

    Hello

    My name is bran and I am new. I have been doing low carb for 13 days now and keeping a journal in MS Word listing all the foods I have per day. I am a very heavy guy (pushing 575), but these last 13 days have been so wonderful for me. I think it would just be even easier for me if I had some people who knew what I was going through, so I came here. I am getting the DANDR very soon (on payday). I have cut out all the caffeine and am having anywhere from 9 to 15 carbs per day. I also started some walking (I still can't do much due to my weight but I am thinking that doing what I can everyday is better than doing nothing). I am also doing some light weights.

    I hope that I can meet some of you. I sat and read your posts for a long time and you are really an inspiring group of people.

    -bran
    Bran (M) 575/470/220
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    Restarted on: 3-24-06
    Weight dropped since restart: 5 lbs
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  • #2
    Welcome Bran. :wave Can't wait til you DANDR cause then you can read all about the plan and how it can help you. For now you may want to print out the acceptable foods list. You can find a copy at http://atkins.com/Archive/2001/12/15-464579.html or http://atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/v...ic.php?t=66739 Congratulations for deciding to change your life and start on this journey with us.
    ~Susan~
    HW 216
    5'7"/female
    Start February 17, 2005
    Rerererestart September 24th, 2007 at 197
    Low weight for reference 170.6
    Current weight 153 or thereabouts

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    • #3
      welcome,
      You will get a lot of support here. There is a just for men forum and also the Century Club. The CC are a wonderful group of people having to loose 100 + lbs. We have some great loosers over there. Congrats. on your desire to become the new healthier you.
      ~Lauren~



      support? Isn't it time to give some back?
      Ask a mod how today.

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      • #4
        thanks

        i have been living off nothing but the acceptable foods list on the atkins website until i can get a copy of the book just because i couldn't wait to start. if it isn't on the list, i don't eat it. i am feeling very positive and when i read the faq's i was very encouraged. i felt a little grumpy and lethargic for a few days but on the fourth or fifth day i felt the 'boost' as my body transitioned into ketosis.

        i have to say that i love this diet. i thought i would really be suffering with hunger, but the foods we are allowed to eat are so filling and long lasting. it has been the first time in so long that i have had the feeling that i was actually not hungry.

        i am happy i found this board.

        see you later.
        -bran
        Bran (M) 575/470/220
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        Restarted on: 3-24-06
        Weight dropped since restart: 5 lbs
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        • #5
          Originally posted by brabea22
          i have to say that i love this diet. i thought i would really be suffering with hunger, but the foods we are allowed to eat are so filling and long lasting. it has been the first time in so long that i have had the feeling that i was actually not hungry.
          You are so right Bran - it is so good not to feel restricted (after all those 'rabbit food' lowfat diets) or hungry!!
          Wondering how to get 'most' of your net carbs from your induction veggies?
          Take a look at the thread from the latest Veggie Challenge to see how others manage it!



          Check out our Low Carb Recipes website and add to it!!





          F/60 yrs/5ft 5.5" (Though due to collapsing vertebrae I am now only 5'3" - but I refuse to recalculate my BMI )

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          • #6
            WELCOME!

            WELCOME TO THE BOARD BRAN. MY BEST FRIEND WAS ABOUT 515LBS AND CHOSE TO HAVE A GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY A YEAR AND A HALF AGO. NOW SHE IS 270, BUT HAS TONS OF EXTRA SAGGY SKIN FROM NOT EXERCISING DURING THE PROCESS OF LOSING WEIGHT :yikes PLUS SHE LOST THE WEIGHT SO FAST HER BODY DID NOT HAVE TIME TO CATCH UP WITH THE SCALE.

            I TALKED TO HER THE OTHER DAY, AND I HAVE LOST MORE WEIGHT WITH THIS WOE THAN SHE HAS IN THE PAST 3 MONTHS!!!!!

            I STARTED AT 310 AND HAVE WORKED MY WAY DOWN TO 254. I'VE LOST 10 SHIRT SIZES AND 6 PANT SIZES.

            YOU CAN DO THIS

            EVERYONE HERE IS LSO WONDERFUL ABOUT ENCOURAGEMENT AND MOTIVATION-(ALSO CHECK OUT THE BEFORE AND AFTER PIC FORUM FOR AN EXTRA KICK IN THE PANTS FROM TIME TO TIME :yes )

            I WISH YOU THE BEST---STAY IN TOUCH :wave
            RESTART 02/07/10

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            • #7
              Hi Bran and welcome!

              You'll get lots and lots of support and help here. Definitely the place to be! Everyone is wonderful.

              Hope you enjoy DANDR when you get it, as much as I did!

              Sal
              Before and after:






              PLEDGING FLIGHTS
              Completed: 1st set of buildings and mountains (Everest,M.Blanc & Kilimanjaro, twice); Tower Masts & Chimneys; More virtual buildings; Challenger's Choice x 2 (volcanos and mountains on Mars). Currently climbing: Mount Snowdon again: 416/475

              Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
              F/56yrs/5'.4"
              SW:77.7 LW:56.5 CW:60.1 (kilos)

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              • #8
                Hi Bran,

                My DH & I did the same thing you are doing, we didn't get the book until we had been on induction for over a week. It turns out we were doing fine just going to the Atkins site and asking advise on the bulletin board. The book is a good, interesting read though! I'm glad to hear you aren't hungry and, as doctor Atkins says, if you get hungry, eat! Good Luck!
                Chriss Female 246/236/160 5'3"
                Rejoined January 16, 2006




















                Here are some pictures of my new puppy!
                http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a88...lltiredout.jpg

                http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a88...ithhisbear.jpg

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                • #9
                  Hi!!

                  Hi Bran!!!
                  Welcome to Atkins....it is a wonderful way of life. I am glad to see you have joined us in this journey. Your positive attitude is truly an inspriation. Stay positive and your road will be clear. I know if I can do this anyone can.....I started out at 335 and in seven weeks have lost 37 pounds. The foods aren't restrictive and you can still enjoy delicious things like pizza. And the best thing is, somehow the food gets better, because we can add things like cheese into the crust. Anywho, glad you are around!!!
                  ha

                  Jennifer
                  27/f/va
                  SW335/CW298/GW150
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                  • #10
                    KEEP GOING BRAN! ha
                    _r0mel_
                    "i never said it wouldnt be hard.. i said it would be worth it."

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                    • #11
                      It's great to have you here Bran! :hug
                      Female/45/5'5
                      283/202/150

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                      • #12
                        Yo bran! :wave




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