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  • #1

    Another Veggie Question

    I have read the book and the chapter on induction many times.. I know the rules... My problem is I am not getting that 12-15 carbs in veggies a day... my calories are pretty low most days.. Under 1200 or 1500.
    I dont use slenda or heavy cream.. I try to keep my fat intake high but I am still struggling... I dont like alot of veggies on the salad list..

    I am wondering.. Now that I am on extended induction,, Can I eat the 12-15 carbs off of both list.... Example.. If I eat a salad 2 cups with some tomatoes and celery.. (that would still be low in net carbs..
    can I then eat the rest of the veggies off the other list.. As long as I dont go over the 12-15 a day ?????

    I am still losing weight however I really feel I am still struggling......
    5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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  • #2
    Re: Another Veggie Question

    Why not go up to OWL Rung 1? It's just more veggies and would let you eat more from the "other" list.
    Holly
    26, female, 5'6"

    Start Date 1/17/08
    Reinduction Date 4/12/2010
     Restart SW215/CW206/GW160


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    • #3
      Re: Another Veggie Question

      hmmm Holly beat me to it! I was going to suggest OWL Rung 1 as well. FYI - You can stay on Rung 1 as long as you want
      Julie__________________F/37/5'2"__________________Start April 15, 2009


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      • #4
        Re: Another Veggie Question

        You really need to get your calories up. Undereating is counterproductive with Atkins.
        J.

        "Your life will never change until you change your choices."

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        • #5
          Re: Another Veggie Question

          Thanks for the suggestions.. I weigh in on Thursdays.. So I think I will probably start rung 1 this well.. going to have to re-read those chapters to get the gist of moving thru the rungs..

          Thanks again.
          5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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          • #6
            Re: Another Veggie Question

            Once i moved to OWL one I just counted carbs and so the lists became less important. Some people still stick to eating 2 cups from the first list throughout their journey though.
            tomatoes can be quite potent stuff so be careful trying to get all your carbs from them. I recommend keep trying out veggies and new ways of preparing them rather than "shortcuts" Your whole eating from now on is really about veggies. They will make most of your carbs in bulk on Atkins and it is good to try and find ways to include them in your diet. Try a new veggie today. Jicama? Pumpkin? Turnip fries? Fried radishes ( a really good recipe on Linda's recipe page)
            Startdate: November 18, 2007. Female 5'2"

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            Push-ups: 450/800
            Abs: 850/1900
            Squats: 650/1200
            Lunges: 500/1000
            Strength: 490/1200
            Running: 50/100 km


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            • #7
              Re: Another Veggie Question

              Liv.. Thank you for the reply... I am really trying to expand my eating habits.. Oh and I would LOVE to try some pumpkin but I have looked in every store in a 20 mile radius and we still cant buy it....
              5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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              • #8
                Re: Another Veggie Question

                Pumpkin shortage this year I am afraid. Some people are ordering it from Amazon I have noticed. Rhubarb may be another surprising one to experiment with
                Startdate: November 18, 2007. Female 5'2"

                May Challenges 2010
                Push-ups: 450/800
                Abs: 850/1900
                Squats: 650/1200
                Lunges: 500/1000
                Strength: 490/1200
                Running: 50/100 km


                2 Years on Atkins.................. President Challenge Medals earned

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                • #9
                  Re: Another Veggie Question

                  Originally posted by atkinsgal08 View Post
                  You really need to get your calories up. Undereating is counterproductive with Atkins.
                  I know I need to get those calories up... I am just having a hard time doing it w/out going over my carb count. I dont use any sweetners with the exception of twice since I started.. (I made 2 muffins in a min)
                  I use mayo, started eating salad dressing (no sugar in ingredients), cook in butter and olive oil.. I am just not sure what else to do... Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated..
                  5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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                  • #10
                    Re: Another Veggie Question

                    What sort of meats are you eating? I don't know if you can handle this, but perhaps you can eat more meat and the skin on your chicken?
                    ~Kristi
                    Age: 42, Height: 5'5.5"
                    Induction Start Date: April 7, 2010

                    1st Goal: 160 lb. - BAM! 4/20/10
                    2nd Goal: 155
                    3rd Goal: 150
                    4th Goal: 145
                    5th Goal: 140
                    6th Goal: 135

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                    • #11
                      Re: Another Veggie Question

                      Originally posted by CalicoPrairie View Post
                      What sort of meats are you eating? I don't know if you can handle this, but perhaps you can eat more meat and the skin on your chicken?
                      Tuna, chicken, beef patties, round steak
                      My chicken is white meat because I dont like the dark meat,, and I really dont think I could choke down the skin... LOL
                      Maybe I should eat more beef ??
                      5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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                      • #12
                        Re: Another Veggie Question

                        Maybe so, Summerfun, that's what I would do. Or even spread some butter on my steak or something. OH--how about drizzling olive oil on your veggies, or again, butter? Olives in your salad, cheese melted on veggies, or on your salad......so many yummy ways to get fat into your diet. HTH!
                        ~Kristi
                        Age: 42, Height: 5'5.5"
                        Induction Start Date: April 7, 2010

                        1st Goal: 160 lb. - BAM! 4/20/10
                        2nd Goal: 155
                        3rd Goal: 150
                        4th Goal: 145
                        5th Goal: 140
                        6th Goal: 135

                        My Journal - Second Time Around and Serious

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                        • #13
                          Re: Another Veggie Question

                          Originally posted by CalicoPrairie View Post
                          Maybe so, Summerfun, that's what I would do. Or even spread some butter on my steak or something. OH--how about drizzling olive oil on your veggies, or again, butter? Olives in your salad, cheese melted on veggies, or on your salad......so many yummy ways to get fat into your diet. HTH!

                          Yes.. more butter, oil, and cheese.. I stick to 3 oz a day.. maybe I should add the 4th and see what happens....

                          Also.. can I ask ? I know you also use fitday, what is your average daily calorie intake ?
                          5'8" 38 years old Atkins start date 4-8-2010

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                          • #14
                            Re: Another Veggie Question

                            Summerfun,

                            Somebody else's calorie intake doesn't matter.

                            YOU need to eat enough for YOU.

                            A rule of thumb that some use is 10-12 times your current body weight in calories.

                            Also, maybe moving to OWL would help things.
                            J.

                            "Your life will never change until you change your choices."

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                            • #15
                              Re: Another Veggie Question

                              I don't mind sharing. I try to shoot for 10-12x my weight, so somewhere between 1590-1908. My average since I started is 1633.
                              ~Kristi
                              Age: 42, Height: 5'5.5"
                              Induction Start Date: April 7, 2010

                              1st Goal: 160 lb. - BAM! 4/20/10
                              2nd Goal: 155
                              3rd Goal: 150
                              4th Goal: 145
                              5th Goal: 140
                              6th Goal: 135

                              My Journal - Second Time Around and Serious

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