Newbie-Second time on Atkins

[Momtofour]

I am a newbie. I did Atkins in 2000 and lost 35 pounds. I quit when we had a death in the family and have since gained 50 pounds. I am now on this for life. I feel so much better. One of the best benefits is the lack of arthritis pain, and the energy I now have. My husband and I both need to lose about 100 pounds. I started this woe on 4-18-05 and have lost 11 pounds. I am so imspired by everyones posts.

[2big4mysize]

welcome to ADBB check out the Century club and meet some fellow 100+ pounders. Come join our exercise challenge too.

On this place uses the 2002 DANDR and there were some majopr change4s in Indcution rules and OWL so if you haven't be sure to get a new copy of the DANDR for the $7 it is the best investmetn you can make in yourself.

Happy low carbing.

[Momtofour]

I'm so new to this board that I don't know what DANDR stands for. Could you explain some of the changes in the 2002 version. My book is from 1999.

Thanks

[janiac]

Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution. Easy huh?

Welcome to the board. I understand your plight, losing and regaining.

I no longer have the 1999 version, but offhand I can't think of the differences except this, you can't have cottage and ricotta cheeses on Induction. You could in the old version, but not in the newer. 2big can probably rattle off all of them :yes

[2big4mysize]

sure DANDR is short for DR ATKINS NEW DIET REVOLUTION we use the 2002 version here

you can find the rules of induction and the fllds lists in the induction forum and in the FAQ section of the board but the 3 big changes are

rule 5 doesn't exist any more and now it says eat nothing not on the lists just one bite is the kliss of death so foods like nuts are not even considered until OWL
exercise is now mandatory both aerobic and weight training chapters 15 and 22 of the new book

the sweetner of choice has changed to SPlenda now and there are warning about Equal as a potential stalling agent as about 25% of the stalled out folk drinking aspartame sweetened sodas lost whern they gave up the aspartame as a sweetner. you can find SPlends soda in HAnsons and DIet RIte

Happy low carbing.

[tickletussler]

Welcome back to Atkins! :nod

There's a really great Sticky on doing Atkins:

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/viewtopic.php?t=71945

I like Peter's point that

Atkins is a way of life, not a fad, quick fix or easy solution for short term weightloss. The sooner you understand that and embrace it the better off you'll be.

because it is so true. A couple of days ago I was asked if I was still on a diet.

I said no, it is my way of life now, I am used to it - suddenly realised by saying that, it stopped being a goal I had to conquer, it stopped being something I would get disappointed over if I was stalling...

and suddenly Atkins became a whole lot easier because I wanted to eat the Atkins way and not because I was "on Atkins"

[Buddrfly]

Welcome back!

Welcome back to Atkins!!! Sorry to hear about your loss :hug

[Isabeau]

Welcome aboard. :wave

[cruiser gal]

Welome aboard! :wave

[Richard6310]

Here is a link to all the abbreviations that might be useful:

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/viewtopic.php?t=68078

Welcome to the forum. I wish you success in losing weight the Atkins way.

[latte]

:wave :wave :wave Welocme

[ttdriver]

Eat whole unprocessed foods. Avoid ALL junk foods, low carb or not. You'll do alot better eating meats, eggs, allowed veggies and fruits.

Follow all the phases.....

Read the book, follow the book, shop by the book, live by the book.

Food is fuel; not an emotional pillow.

Exercise every single day. Get your heart rate up a minimum of 30 minutes a day doing something you enjoy. Commit to a month of exercise and it will become a habit and one you will NEVER give up.

Believe in yourself. I believe that this is as much a mental battle as it is physical.

Trust the plan. Trust the genius behind it. YOU CAN DO IT!

Betty

[thornbirdskkk]

:wave Hi, this is my second time on Atkins. The first time I lost 60 lbs and have gained back 35. I have been on the Atkins the second time since the middle of April and have only lost 10 lbs. Much less than the first time I started. A little discouraged. I am purple in Ketosis, following religiously, can't understand why I am not dropping the weight. I have definately lost inches. Can anyone shed some light on what I may me doing wrong?