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    Atkins first timer

    Hi
    I just started on induction yesterday after years of being overweight. I am a recently turned 40 guy currently at 252 pounds, and according to my doctor I should be about 154 pounds - that is some weight to lose!

    A couple of years ago I lost about 60 pounds on WeightWatchers, but most of it has gone back on

    Last Monday I had a hospital appointment and the surgeon said he can't/won't do the op I need until I am a much more healthy weight so I have that as an incentive. He very strongly recommended Atkins which is why I'm here. He also said I should take a nutritional slpuement course too - quite expensive I reckon at £30 a month, but I guess I must follow his advice.

    I know I'm only in day 2, but I feel a little wooly headed - like a hang-over. Is that normal?

    There seems to be lots of friendly and helpful advice here so thanks in advance for any comments.

    Here's to it

    Jon
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    Re: Atkins first timer

    Hi Jon and welcome aboard!
    Yep, that "hangover" is the Induction flu! Your body is detoxing. Hang in there, once you get through that you will feel MARVELOUS!!
    My doctor advised me to do Atkins as well. Do you have the book? If not you really need to invest the few dollars(pounds?) and read through it and keep it handy!
    Are you stocked up with induction friendly foods??
    Hang in there, you will be amazed at what this way of eating will do for you!!!
    BARB

    Life is what happens to you
    while you're busy making other plans!
    15.38 miles biking this year


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      Re: Atkins first timer

      welcome to the adbb, jon!

      certainly do hope you have the book, like barbie asked. there is a chapter in it about the supplements and nutrition.

      measure!!! it's always good to get those numbers. we all know that sometimes the scale doesn't tell the changes your body is going to go through.

      in the FAQ'S forum you can find a list of threads that might come in handy since you are new to atkins and to the board.

      you'll want to get started with exercise also and a new 6 WEEK EXERCISE CHALLENGE begins on coming sunday. look for the 6 WEEK EXERCISE FORUM to sign up.
      JIMMIE JOHNSON ~ NASCAR SPRINT CUP CHAMPION 2006-2009
      4th STRAIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

      JUST BECAUSE IT'S LEGAL DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN EAT 3 HELPINGS OF IT. REMEMBER PORTION CONTROL

      What I Just Earned..

      Current Challenges.....

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        Re: Atkins first timer

        Welcome to the boards and to the Atkins way of life Jon!

        Just wanted to wish you the best of luck on your weight loss journy and if you need anything just give me a shout!

        ~Far la bella figura!
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        Start Date: Feb. 1st, 2006
        Goal Reached: Nov. 25th, 2006
        Age: 25 male
        Height: 6' 3"
        Waist: 29" (was 44")
        BMI: 18.7 (down from 35.6)
        Starting Weight: 285
        Current Weight: 155 (130lb lost)
        Goal Weight: 175




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        • #5
          Re: Atkins first timer

          Welcome! You're very lucky to have a doctor that is PRO-ATKINS. I've had some surgeries in the past year and my doctors also are thrilled at my health since losing the weight.

          The wooley-headed feeling is the way your body is fighting its addiction to the foods you've eliminated. After induction will go much easier for you if you break your habits now. The book is Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, edition 2002. It is how to do the program straight from Dr. Atkins. Read his book and come here to the ADBB for the support and knowledge from others who are making it happen. Make sure you take your measurements as well as weight. Soon you will see a big difference in your weight, inches and feel more energetic. Best wishes, and keep us posted!!!
          Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



          Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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          • #6
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            Welcome, Jon. I'm in day 11, and it really does get better. In a few days, you'll be amazed at how much your cravings and appetite in general have decreased. Push through these next couple of day, and you'll feel so much better -- this is the hardest part. You can do it!!
            F/37/5'7" ~ Started: 8/1/06.
            Links: My Journal~ On "loose" skin

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            • #7
              Re: Atkins first timer

              Wow, what a friendly forum - thanks for the warm welcome.
              I do have the book (got it the night I had been to the surgeon) and I also got The Illustrated Atkins New Diet Cookbook which gives loads of extra great recipes. My head feels clearer tonight. The hardest thing seems the huge amount of water I need to drink, but I see how important that is from the book.

              Thanks so much for all your support - I know I will need it in the months ahead.

              Jon

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              • #8
                Re: Atkins first timer

                you are welcome to start a journal of your journey in the Journal Stats Forum or in the Journal Chats forum. read the sticky in the stats forum to see how it differs from the chats forum. i'll see you in either one!
                JIMMIE JOHNSON ~ NASCAR SPRINT CUP CHAMPION 2006-2009
                4th STRAIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

                JUST BECAUSE IT'S LEGAL DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN EAT 3 HELPINGS OF IT. REMEMBER PORTION CONTROL

                What I Just Earned..

                Current Challenges.....

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                  Re: Atkins first timer

                  Welcome Jon!

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                  • #10
                    Re: Atkins first timer

                    Welcome Jon!

                    You've come to the right place bro!! Glad to hear your doctor is Pro-Atkins, good for him, and for you. The head thing will pass, just stick to the plan and you'll see success soon. I can't believe how easy this plan is to do. Oh yes, have you looked to fitday.com? Check it out, it's a godsend for counting daily carb intake, lets you know if you have more, or less to use each day. Plus you can track your weight loss, activities, keep a journal, and what's best is....it's FREE!!

                    Good Luck,
                    Scooter







                    Remember this everyday - Something Wonderful Is Going To Happen Today. If you live by that decree you will live life to the fullist.

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                    • #11
                      Re: Atkins first timer

                      Welcome Jon. Hope that you are doing well! There are some great examples of men doing Atkins here on the board. Among them is Richt and Kent along with many more. It won't be long before you are noticing success, as well! Best wishes!

                      When you are alone in your head, you are in a bad neighborhood.
                      Start:494/current:170
                      Began Atkins 1/4/2004

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                      • #12
                        Re: Atkins first timer

                        Welcome Jon!
                        You are so lucky to have found this particular board! There's all kinds of wonderful support here! We are a huge loving family of losers! (giggle!)

                        If you are STRICT with your induction you will not ever regret it! It's only two weeks and you'll really find out what kind of metabolism you have if you do, what they call a "clean induction!"

                        I don't think I had that pooped feeling until almost a week into induction but I do remember being so thirsty that drinking the water wasn't a problem. I might have been salting my meat too much.

















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                          Re: Atkins first timer

                          WELCOME JON YOU ARE DEFINITELY IN THE RIGHT PLACE. I TOO HAD TROUBLE WITH THE WATER INTAKE. BUT IF YOU GET A NICE BIG BOTTLE, KEEP IT NICE AND COLD AND DRINK FROM IT WHEN YOUR THIRSTY, YOU CAN DO IT!!!
                          FEMALE 39YRS START DATE 7/24/O6
                          THINNER10
                          SW/302 CW/275 GW/145


                          I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME.









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                            Re: Atkins first timer

                            I just wanted to say welcome to the forum. Everyone here is so helpful and will offer you much encouragement. Keep us informed on your progress. Good luck.




                            Start date 01/17/2010
                            SW 243
                            CW 235
                            GW 160
                            Age 33 Female



                            Me and my daughter-Faith

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                            • #15
                              Re: Atkins first timer

                              Thanks again for all the advice and encouragement. I'm a week in and haven't been tempted to cheat, although I do miss fruit and sweet things. I don't miss caffeine which I thought I would, and I really haven't felt at all hungry. So far I've lost 8 lbs - is that what you would expect? I'll need some advice as to when to come off induction. I'm a teacher and off work for another 2 weeks so doing an extra week would be OK although it will be harder when I go back to school.

                              Jon

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