I'm new and need help!

[gg626]

Hello everyone! I am 5'2 and 31 years old at my biggest (187). I eat for every reason I can find. I love food. I am starting the atkins diet tomorrow and need all the help and support possible. I want to get back to my weight of 125. I have never been this big befor in my whole life. I have two girls who are now 9 and almost 13. I wasn't this big after having my girls. My health is in jepordy! Please encourage me to stick with it bc I famous for starting a diet for about a week or two and then gorging myself with food for a month. I am looking forward to talking with ya'll.

[kellygirl2]

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Hi, GG, and welcome to ! There is so much encouragement, support, and good help here.


Did you buy the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution book? If not, please get it and read it as it has all sorts of good info.

You can do it, GG , you can. You go girl! I look forward to reading your posts.

[Kate113]

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Hi there! Look around the board and read the stickies. They hold a wealth of information. This is not so hard. You can do it and drop those pounds!

[Analog6]

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ON this diet, you can gorge yourself without breaking the diet! Read the book and stick to the rulkes and you'll soon be at 125.

[Gala]

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Hi GG,
if you need support and motivation to start this wol you came in the right place! the first time I did it on my own, I failed because of ignorance (be sure to read DANDR before starting it's a must), lack of discipline, constancy and accoutability. this nutritional approach really works but at the same time it is demanding and challenging. If you need help in pursuing a clean strict induction my best advice is to apply for Boot Camp as soon as possible. I've just finished boot camp today and .......what a difference!!!!! it is a great fulfilling experience and it will ensure you the best fundation to built up your WOL! give it a try!

[gg626]

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Thanks everyone for the advice. I will surely use it. Yes I have the book and I have already read it. I am excited about starting tomorrow!

[Falynangyl]

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You can definitely do this. Not only will you lose the weight, but you will feel so much better. You will be ableto eat until your not hungry anymore, but I found my hunger has dropped dramatically on Atkins. Some things I think help is drinking water (i drink 8-10 glasses), trying to fit in some daily exercise, and taking vitamins/supplements. And of course reading the book.

Heather, 22 year old female, 5'6"
Started Atkins 1/9/06
SW183.5/CW173/GW136

[gg626]

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I am taking chromium supplements. I heard this helps with the atkins diet. Is this true? What other supplements are good to take for faster weight loss?

[Austlyn]

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I am emotional eater and I on occascion have done the same thing started a diet and then gorged for month. My suggestion is now that you have addmitted it and acknowledge it. Try Atkins 6 weeks you won't quit after that. Welcome to this woe

[gg626]

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I am determined to do this. With all of the support and help that I am getting I think this will be exciting and fun! Please help me stick with it.

[LookingForward]

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Welcome! You've chosen the right way of eating, that's for sure. You will be amazed how the pounds melt off if you stick to the book! And I know if you come to the board you will always find helpful advice, support, comfort, whatever you need. I think you'll also be amazed how easy this "diet" is. I don't feel like I'm on a diet at all as most people think of it. Most days I feel like I've indulged, and can't believe the type of food I'm having while watching myself shrink! A big juicy steak, chicken breasts stuffed with bacon and cheese, I could go on and on. My first word of advice would be to just STEEL yourself and be DETERMINED to get through the first 4-5 days. It will be the only difficult time, if you have difficulty at all. If you're used to heavy doses of sugar, junk food, or especially CAFFEINE, your body will be going through withdrawal and you won't feel too great for a few days. But once you're past that, on about day 4 or 5, you'll be astounded. You'll feel clearer, you'll have more energy, your appetite will stop raging, and cravings will disappear. It's smooth sailing after that, just make sure you read the book cover to cover and really know not only the rules, but they WHY behind the rules. GOOD LUCK!

ELF

[gg626]

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Today is my first day. I feel cloudy and dizzy a little. I think it may be the sugare withdrawal. Is this correct?

[2big4mysize]

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yep it is. Hang in there and keep eating your Atkins plan.

[cmooregreen]

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I am the type to get overwhelmed when beginning something new and then I end up quitting. So I decided with Atkins to take it one step at a time - I focused on changing my eating habits and drinking water first, then once I had that pretty much in check, I started walking a little every day, 5 days a week. As I got into the habit of exercising, I extended the length of time I walked, challenging myself. It becomes a sort of game. Set mini-goals. I honestly would make myself jog to just one additional mailbox everyday, and pretty soon I was running a mile! Now I am within 10 pounds of my goal, drink 100 ounces of water (nothing but water!) per day, and crave healthy foods instead of the junk I used to eat. I promise, it WILL become a way of life is you stick it out.

[gg626]

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Besides the dizziness and foggy feeling I find myself not really hungry. Only one time did I find myself wanting a candy but I distracted myself with the vacuum and I got over it.