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    New to this Site.

    Hi All

    I am new here but find that I am needing eating advice as well as support. I have been on Atkins since July 26/07.
    I started the diet at 325lbs and currently 290lbs. I am still in induction as I do not want to try OWL yet as I fear I may slip off the wagon. I haven't yet up til now. I am still happy and satisfied eating foods from the acceptable list. Can anyone offer any info.?

    Thank you

    JS

    SW 325
    CW 290
    GW 240
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  • #2
    Re: New to this Site.

    Welcome to ADBB JS!

    congrats on the 35 lbs lost so far!!! in 2 months as well! wow!

    i always advise that people move to OWL even if you stay at the first rung (extra veggies) for months - veggies are GOOD for you! - no one got fat from eating veggies!!

    Theres tonnes of support, knowledge and inspiration on this board, jump right in and make yourself at home
    HW 303
    Aug '04 SW-287 LW-232
    Restart - Apr 07 - SW 266 CW 225




    "Don't let your past dictate who you are, but let it be a part of who you become."

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    • #3
      Re: New to this Site.

      Welcome JS. I always advise people to read re-read the DANDR where Dr. A talks about whether or not to move to OWL. Owl isn't scary...its an important part of the program.

      It really is a personal decision. Are you bored with the food selections in Induction? How much weight do you have to lose? How metabolically resistant are you to weight loss? Are you willing to slow the loss down in exchange for more food choices? These are his basic questions to help you determine if you move to OWL or stay in induction a while longer. Whatever decision you make, don't stay in induction too long as you will cheat yourself out of valuable lessons in learning to move up the rungs and become comfortable and knowledgable with the different food groups. If you take the time to learn how your body reacts to different choices, it will enable you to not only make goal, but to keep your healthy weight in sight forever. Don't stress over the decision, re-read and make the decision that is right for you. Best wishes!!!
      Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



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        Re: New to this Site.

        I just wanted to say hello and that you are doing great!n I'll leave the advice up to the experts.
        "I REFUSE TO BE DEFEATED"

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        • #5
          Re: New to this Site.

          WELCOME JSyou have been doing GREAT!!! i just started OWL today! i didnt lose too much on Induction, but im looking forward to MORE (legal) Veggies! you shouldnt be nervous... just jump right in! im sure you'll do Great!


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          • #6
            Re: New to this Site.

            Hiya again Westendop! Congrats on your success so far... you're doing wonderfully well.

            I'm a "move to OWL" fan too... and would second what Emma said. You can stay on the veggie rung for a good long time if you want, and lots of people actually find they lose more on OWL.

            Keep us posted on what you decide.
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            • #7
              Re: New to this Site.

              Welcome to ADBB JS!

              congratulationss on the 35 lbs lost so far!!!
              Move on up, at least to adding extra veggies, so good for you!

              I even have some nuts every day now.

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              Last edited by sillygirl; December 29, 2007, 08:49 AM.
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