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  • Atkins REVELATION!

    OK, it's the Atkins Revolution. But it's my revelation!

    I have been worrying about how much protein I'm eating, because too much protein can be broken down to form glucose, but in the process of making signs to put on my fridge for my wife and me I discovered just how OFF the Induction list I have been. No wonder why I can't kick this puppy into high gear.

    While trying to increase fat and moderate protein I have been eating WAY too much vegetables. While I had myself convinced that this was the right approach, I was WRONG.

    OK, the three major limits to the acceptible food list are:

    1. Organ meats - no more than 4 ounces a day, everything else eat
    liberally (or until you are satisfied.).

    2. Cheeses: No more than 4 ounces a day.

    3. Vegetables: UP TO (not a minimum) 3 cups salad veggies or
    2 cups salad veggies & 1 cup other.

    I'm holding back on meat, eating too much cheese and eating too much veggies.

    It's back to the basics and starting over.

    (Yeah, I know, it sounds stupid, but I allowed myself to set a trap. I've followed Atkins, off and on, since 1982. By thinking I knew what I read, 20 or 30 times, I glazed over it again as I restated the plan, when in fact I just needed to read it right ONCE!)

    Just in time to begin the rest of my LIFE!

    forbey



    Move Yer Bloomin Arse Challenge
    Entering the Nuclear Arms Race,
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    Max Weight - Feb 2009 - 354
    (Pre-Atkins weight loss 64 lbs, stalled in Dec 2009)
    Re-started Atkins: Feb 2010 * 290 lbs

    Get blood sugars to normal and under control. April 18, 2010 (1st time EVER w/o the help of Insulin!)
    Next Goal: 280!

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    Re: Atkins REVELATION!

    Way to go for figuring out what was holding you back! Good luck!
    Carrie

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    • #3
      Re: Atkins REVELATION!

      Just curious - would you mind giving us an example of a day's worth of veggies, when you were eating too many? I'm nosey


      Watch us participate in the Veggie Challenge!

      7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge


      Mitzi



      ~One day at a time. Realistically. Gradually. Consciously. FINALLY!




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      • #4
        Re: Atkins REVELATION!

        We would usually have a large salad with regular Ranch dressing with lunch. At night I would have another large salad, with ranch dressing and a "healthy" serving, or two of whatever vegetable or mixed vegetable we chose to prepare. Peppers, cucumbers and avocados are frequently used for snacks. I'm also sure I was eating 6 to 12 oz of cheese.

        In changing salads, I also changes to a vinegar and oil dressing.



        Move Yer Bloomin Arse Challenge
        Entering the Nuclear Arms Race,
        One Rep at a Time!


        Max Weight - Feb 2009 - 354
        (Pre-Atkins weight loss 64 lbs, stalled in Dec 2009)
        Re-started Atkins: Feb 2010 * 290 lbs

        Get blood sugars to normal and under control. April 18, 2010 (1st time EVER w/o the help of Insulin!)
        Next Goal: 280!

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        • #5
          Re: Atkins REVELATION!

          Thanks for your reply. Keep us updated on how things work out, OK? I am a student of all things, veggie.


          Watch us participate in the Veggie Challenge!

          7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge


          Mitzi



          ~One day at a time. Realistically. Gradually. Consciously. FINALLY!




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          • #6
            Re: Atkins REVELATION!

            Due for a weigh in tomorrow.

            If this doesn't work, I'm heading back to the chapter on fat fast!



            Move Yer Bloomin Arse Challenge
            Entering the Nuclear Arms Race,
            One Rep at a Time!


            Max Weight - Feb 2009 - 354
            (Pre-Atkins weight loss 64 lbs, stalled in Dec 2009)
            Re-started Atkins: Feb 2010 * 290 lbs

            Get blood sugars to normal and under control. April 18, 2010 (1st time EVER w/o the help of Insulin!)
            Next Goal: 280!

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            • #7
              Re: Atkins REVELATION!

              Don't do that. Give yourself more time before doing fatfast, and read the Chapter on it again before you do. I have been on this board forever and I can't think of one person who had any luck with fatfast.



              41 pounds down and counting

              If you don't know where you are going, you will wind up somewhere else. - Yogi Berra

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              • #8
                Re: Atkins REVELATION!

                Originally posted by forbey View Post
                Due for a weigh in tomorrow.

                If this doesn't work, I'm heading back to the chapter on fat fast!
                NO!!!!! I doubt, very seriously, that you would be a candidate for the fat fast. I HATE the idea of the fat fast!

                Before you resort to that, come back here and let us help you identify what may be the problem. I'll be looking for your report tomorrow.


                Watch us participate in the Veggie Challenge!

                7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge


                Mitzi



                ~One day at a time. Realistically. Gradually. Consciously. FINALLY!




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                • #9
                  Re: Atkins REVELATION!

                  Hi forbey-
                  I'm glad you found your revelation! I don't know if you read my post to you in your "frustrated diabetic" thread but please don't limit your protein. It turns into glucose but doesn't spike blood sugars causing insulin resistance. Please read my post for the full details.
                  Wishing you the best!

                  TTFN
                  Melody
                  Aerodynamically, the bumblebee shouldn't be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn't know it so it goes on flying anyway.

                  Start Date 1/2/2010



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                  • #10
                    Re: Atkins REVELATION!

                    I had to evaluate what I was doing "wrong" myself. I was not eating enough, I am almost never hungry. I have to almost force myself to eat. I take in several smallish meals or snacks a day now. I am still having trouble but I am getting there.

                    I am 5'11 and 230, I have lost 40-45 lbs since 10/01/10.
                    35, 5'10 1/2
                    start weight 280
                    lost 65 pounds
                    goal weight 190, for now
                    I will see if I need a new goal after that one
                    25 pounds to go!
                    I love my water!

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