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[groovy_newfie]

Hey everyone i am lost i heard so much great things about the atkins diet and seen sooo many great out comes, i wanna do it, but i have no CLUE where to start someone help meeeee any info would be great. i am new here :wave

[Peytonn]

rule #1... go buy the book... or at least go to the website and print the Rules of Induction

http://atkins.com/Archive/2001/12-15-325810.printable.html?

[Richt]

First things first Annette, get hold of a copy of the 2002 edition of Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution. DANDR for short.

We all us it and everything you need to know about the "diet" is in it. Buy it and read it from cover to cover. Also get to know this board too. Discover all the hidden secrets behind the amazing weight loss programme which has helped so many people to shed those unwanted pounds and become smaller, healthier and happier people.

This support board, (imho) is the best on the web.

Good luck.

Please do not hesitate if you have any questions.

(be sure to also check out the FAQ section)

Rich

[Buddrfly]

first!

Hello and Welcome!
First make sure you talk to your doctor! Then get the book and read it over DANDR 2002 Edition, follow the induction rules to the letter, and there is no way you can fail. Drink lots of water and grab you supplements. You can also go to the Atkins website for a list of the acceptable foods for induction (Atkins.com). Stock your kitchen with the foods that you will be eating from the list. (It is very beneficial to use Fitday.com--it will help stay at 65%-fat 30%-protein 5%-carb ratio, which will also help you lose) Toss all of the "junk food". Make sure you have a scale and measuring tape, and last but not least be sure to come here for support and encouragement.


If I have left anything out, someone please feel free to add.

[groovy_newfie]

HEy guys thanks i am really looking foward to this diet. i am starting it at a rough time my grandfather doed today so you guys can keep me on my toes thanks sooo much
annette

[spirittalker]

Annette, also get yourself a measuring tape and start measuring before you start. Take it from me, the tape will show you losses when the scal doesn't! I like http://mybodycomp.com/ because it gives you the ability to compare stats of two different measurements. Best of luck.

[Isabeau]

Sorry about your loss. We're here to help you on your Atkins journey.

[ttdriver]

I'm sorry for your loss .. :hug

Welcome to ha !! This is a great website of support, encouragement and a kick in the pants when necessary!

4 step program:

Buy the book (DANDR 2002)
Read the book
Shop by the book
Live by the book

Don't be afraid to progress through the 4 phases of Atkins. Its essential.
Do not fear FAT .. FAT IS YOUR FRIEND and you simply must eat it to lose weight successfully.

Take your supplements religiously. Drink 1/2 your weight in ounces of water everyday. Avoid artificial sweeteners of every kind. Limit your sodium. Exercise EVERYDAY.

Best wishes for great success!

Betty

[latte]

Welcome.....So sorry to hear about your grandfather....Take Care of yourself.... :hug :hug