Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

[simplesahm]

Hey all....

Thought I would introduce myself. I am a 33 year old mother of a 4 year old daughter and 3 year old son. I've never had a weight problem until my doc put me on Lexapro after a friends' death (I couldn't sleep at night).

I packed on 20 pounds almost instantly.

I've been diagnosed with hypoglycemia and had severe gestiational diabetes. Nearly everyone in my family has sugar issues of some sort.

Anyway - tried Atkins in 03 when "everyone else was doing it". =) I quit right away.

The other day, I couldn't snap my jeans and I remembered Atkins again. I am KICKING myself for not doing this earlier! I have been on the diet for a week now and have lost 7. I am not moody. I am not having my typical "highs and lows" from sugar....I am LOVING my chicken wings and cream sodas (diet orange soda with heavy cream).

I am seriously kicking myself for not doing this earlier. I had a huge crash 2 days into it. I could barely get out of bed. I almost quit....I am SOOO thankful I didn't!

Anyway - that was a *really* long way of saying thank you for all of your support. Whether or not I need to lose any more weight - I am going to remain sugar-free!

[Alexa]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

Hey there,

Welcome to ADBB Congrats on your success so far.

I kick myself for not trying it in 2001 when my friend was doing it. I was really dismissive, but then again she was doing her own version...

It sounds like this WOL is really suiting you

[sillygirl]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

Hi simplesahm! Welcome. Sorry you've had a bout of the induction flu, and congrats for sticking through it. You will feel energetic in no time.

[loo-see]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

I wonder why I was asleep during period I gained 50 pounds, I didn't notice I was obese, I had other things on my mind...and obesity is just result of stress I was exposed to.

[Can'tStop]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

7 Pounds, that's great. Your post was really what I needed. I'm excited to post my first drop.

[Scooterjam]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

Welcome to ADBB! I agree 100% with you! Word of advice - BE CAREFUL WITH THE DIET SODA - it can cause issues with some people.!

Here are some other threads and links you may find help to get the wheel in motion. The intial step of moving that wheel is all you need, these links will keep to keep building up the momentum!

Rules of induction:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6782

Acceptable foods:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6781

Awesome Recipes:
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/index.html

Caloric Counter/Carbs/Protein/Etc/Reports:
www.fitday.com (Free on-line, this is awesome!!) or some members use this one http://www.thedailyplate.com

Anyway, congrats on going low carb, make sure you jump around the forums and make your presence known, we are very happy to have you with us!!

Best of wishes! Life is good!

[sallyseachange]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

Warm welcome aboard!

[GaynorA]

Re: Ever wonder why you didn't do this earlier?

Hi there to ya. Welcome to the family. Yeah, I know what you mean about the "why did I wait so long" thoughts. All the best luv. Sounds like you are on the right track.




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