Hi all

[faolteam]

Im from Ireland and my name is Keith i was on this diet before i lost weight but i di dget fed up with it but think main reason was everyone seems to stay on induction so if anyone has any help for me id appreciate it also i just posted a query so maybe u can all help me

[Trisha001]

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Welcome to the board Keith!
I stay on extended induction for a lonnnng time, so not sure if I have any interesting tips for ya!
Best of luck in your journey
T~

[faolteam]

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thanks Trisha nice pic diet works for you

[Trisha001]

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Thank you!!! ...it will work for you too!!!

[faolteam]

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whats ur normal food u eat ina week can u give me an idea and do u eat nuts or chewing gum so i have a rough idea

[Trisha001]

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nuts and gum!!?? NOPE!!
I am as strict as they come
I eat pretty much the same each day...
Breakfast ----eggs and/or bacon
Lunch----low carb sausage / salad
Dinner ---meat (chicken, steak, ground beef) and salad or low carb veggies
NO SNACKS (at the beginning I would eat pork rinds...but I found they stall me....)

[sallyseachange]

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Welcome aboard Keith! Glad you're back on the wagon... that's the most important thing.

If you find induction too limiting for your tastes, then my advice would be that you make the move to OWL (ongoing weight loss) as soon as you finish the two weeks of induction. The extra food choices will be welcome, and you still get to lose weight.

Happy Atkineering!

[dysfnktynl]

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I'm just a newbie here, only 2 months in, but I do chew sugarfree gum whenever I want, I eat sugar free candies and chocolate on occasion and I have a diet soda when I feel the urge. Sugar alchohols don't seem to affect me at this point. Dr. A. said they could be subtracted just like fiber since they have little effect on blood sugar, so I subtract them just like fiber. I think the key for me is moderation, but who knows? Maybe I could lose weight faster if I cut them out completely, but as long as I am losing weight, I would rather keep the variety
Don't consider this as advice, because it would probably be considered bad advice, finding loopholes wherever you can, haha! I am just telling my personal experience so far.
Oh, I can pass on some good advice! If you can, clean out your cabinets and fridge and get rid of anything that isn't allowed. Having little willpower, I definitely heeded that advice!
Good luck on your journey! OWL is definitely an improvement over induction. If you get bored, move on ASAP. Oh and check out this site for some great recipes. I have found a new love for quiches and meat pies
Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes - Home

[Chicklady]

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Hi Keith Follow the good doctors rules, and this diet will work for you. I do suggest moving up(slowly) at least to rung 4. Those four rungs, plus the induction foods, will give you loads of options. Depending on how you react to each move, you could be on rung in as little as 6 weeks. If staying on induction bores you, don't do it!!

[Sherri]

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Before you begin:

1. Read Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, 2002 edition.
At the very least, read chapters 10 through 14. These chapters tell you how to do the diet, what to expect, and why the first 14 days are so important.

ADBB uses DANDR 2002 as its reference. Granted there are other publications by Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. but we like to do the diet as it was written by Dr. Robert C. Atkins because in our collective experience Dr. Atkins' diet is more effective than Atkins Nutritionals, Inc's version.

2. See your physician.
Dr. Atkins recommended this himself. See your physician for a complete physical exam, including blood tests before beginning this or any other diet and exercise program.

Also take the Blood Sugar Symptom Test found in the book.

3. Make a commitment.
Commit yourself to giving the 14 day Induction a fair shot. If you can't commit yourself to 14 days of following rules and eating the foods listed in the acceptable foods list, this diet might not be for you.

4. Prepare your kitchen
If it's not on the list, remove it from your home. If you live with people who aren't on a low carb diet, then put your food(s) in areas separate from theirs. Also make sure you have low carb snacks available to you at all times, in case you get hungry.

5. Recruit your family and friends.
You are about to embark on a completely new lifestyle. Getting the support of your family and friends will help you through this. Be frank with them and tell them your intentions and that this is very important to you. If they have any doubts about this diet, ask them to read the book because knowledge is power.

6. Keep the Induction Rules and Foods List handy.
Make two copies of these documents: keep one on your refrigerator at home and keep the other one on your person at all times. This will save you a lot of guesswork and worry when eating out or grocery shopping.

The Rules of Induction can be found here:
What are the Rules of Induction?

The Induction Acceptable Foods List can be found here:
What foods can be eaten on Induction?

7. Read the entire label, including the ingredients.
Some foods have little carbs, but contain things like hydrogenated oils (trans fats) and sugar, which makes them unacceptable for Induction.

8. Keep a food diary
It is of utmost importance to keep track of your daily carbohydrate intake to make sure you are not exceeding 20 net carbohydrates daily.

Some people keep a notebook journal. Others like to track their progress online.

Here are some resources:
An Atkins spreadsheet:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ead.php?t=4570

http://www.fitday.com ---This is a free online service (registration required) that allows you to input your foods, track your exercise, etc.

Carbohydrate Counters:
http://www.atkins.com ---The Atkins site has a downloadable Carb Counter.
http://www.calorieking.com ---This site has nutritional information for most foods and beverages.
http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/ ---This is the United States Department of Agriculture Nutrition Database.

9. Exercise
According to Dr. Atkins "exercise is non-negotiable"! So get moving. Begin according to your level of fitness. Visit the Exercise Forum.

10. Vitamin Supplements
These are also recommended by Dr. Atkins because many of us have poor nutrition and we need extra nutrients. Visit the Vita-Nutrient Forum.

11. Weigh AND Measure Yourself on Day 1

Make sure you weigh and measure yourself before you begin this diet. Contrary to what we are lead to believe, the scale isn't the best tool for measuring weight loss (fat loss). It doesn't tell you how much muscle you gained. It doesn't tell you how much water weight you gained or lost. It doesn't tell you that you will fit into that pair of jeans.

Tips for weighing:
a. Weigh yourself at the same time of day under the same conditions. You can weigh "more" after a meal or after you drink water or you can weigh "less" after you exercise or have a bowel movement. So pick a time and stick to it. Likewise, clothing can also add on "pounds". So if you choose to weigh yourself wearing clothes, make sure you are wearing the same clothing or nearly the same clothing.

b. Use the same scale. Scales differ slightly. So the scale in your doctor's office or at the gym might have you weighing more or less than the scale in your bathroom.

Tips for measuring:
a. You can measure whatever body areas you want: chest, waist, hips, thighs, upper arm, wrists and ankles. To make the measuring easier, you body landmarks like your belly button or a mole or scar, to guide your tape measure placement. For chest measurement, women can either measure under their armpits and/or under their breasts.

b. Don't "pull" on the measuring tape because that will give you a false reading (and stretch the tape). The tape should be snug, but not tight.

c. Don't suck in to make yourself smaller. Again, that will give you a false measurement.

Measuring tapes can be purchased at craft stores (the sewing section) for under $5.00. If you can't find one, you can use a piece of string. Just mark that string with a marker pen to indicate your "start" points". Or if you have an old belt, you can use that too.

Another good "measuring tool" is your clothing. Non-stretchy clothing like a dress shirt, jeans, or dress is the best thing to use. Stretchy fabric (like t-shirts or anything with spandex) will conform to your body as you shrink so you might not see the results. Try on this article of clothing periodically to see how you are losing inches.

Good luck to you on your 14 day Induction journey.

[Renie1990]

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Hi there,

I am not sure I am in a position to give you any advices. But would like to tell you somethings with my experience. I stay very clean during the weekdays. I will try to make limited mistakes/cheats/falls (whatever) during the weekend. I have no choice as we do have lots of social gatherings. My main thing is I will jump right back as soon as I finish the social gathering. I don't look back and moan or I will not excuse myself telling "oh one more day cheating is OK". My measuring day is on Friday. I am loosing one lb per week and I think it is good as I have only 6 to go.