Hey All

[CazualDayDreamer]

So I went to the Dr the other day and found that I might have some health concerns. Not only does she think that I have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, but she's conserned that I might have diabetes. And urged me to lose at least 10 percent of my body weight to help control these problems.

I've been doing a lot of reading...between trips to the lab for bloodwork. And found with both problems, I need to lose weight and cut out sugar carbs. So I started thinking about how to do that. And I know that Atkins takes weight off. I tried it before but didn't have the will power to stick with it.

So here I am. Still waiting for the bloodwork to come back. But solid in the decision that: I've been trying to lose weight for ever. Have almost always been unhappy with my body. And why wait for the bloodwork to come back before I do some thing about it. So starting now I'm giving this whole Atkins lifestyle a go again....hopefully with more resolve than previously.

I'm very happy that I found this website. And I really find the before and after photos very incouraging. Thank you for that.

Hopefully not to far from now I'll have some of my own. :joy

[sparkles52502]

Welcome to ha .....this board is great.....You made the right decision on starting Atkins again :joy

[Desertthorn]

Welcome, glad you found us. So, grab a buddy and join an exercise challenge. We can absolutely do this.

[ztachick]

So glad that you are here- btw- i love your name its really cute- this a great board full of encouraging people and i hear you about he will power, but come here often and you will be amazed and how soon the weight will come off- oh and you may want to check in the forum about the polysictic overys if y ou havent already

[dawnlea1979]

Hi and welcome to the boards :wave remember your never alone in this we are all here with you

[CazualDayDreamer]

Okay update...I do have PCOS and am now on meds for it. I do not have diabetes, but am borderline, so if I don't do something about my weight and diet I will be in trouble.

I am just starting my diet, picked up my food today. I've already lost about 5 pounds...but the PCOS meds I think are helping that. :joy
I guess I'll check back in later after I see some results.

Thanks for the support!

[dreamof145]

Hello, Welcome to the ADBB. So happy you've decided to take control of your weight and your health issues now. We do have a forum for the PCOS and many other forums that will educate you on doing Atkins correctly.

If you don't have the book, get the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution edtion 2002 and read it. Take your supplements, drink lots of water and exercise. You'll be losing inches and weight before you know it and feeling wonderful.

The ADBB is full of people who are all making it happen with this WOE. Everyone is supportive and gives a lot of encourgement to each other. I was also borderline diabetic and had many problems when I started, but after one year, I feel fantastic. Best wishes to you!! If you have questions, just ask!!

[JustGia]

Just wishing you the best of luck~ :wave :hug