New to the diet

[angfauteux]

Hello, everyone. I was asked to introduce my self. I started this deit on Saturday in hopes to get down to 130 lbs. I currently weigh 160 and I am 5'4. My baby just turned a year old last month, so no more excuses. I do find my self having a bit of trouble with the induction phase, I am starving and very moody. I dont feel like myself. Any tips would help

[Sherri]

Re: New to the diet

Hello Angfauteux,
Welcome to Atkins and to ADBB
What day of Induction is this for you? Around day 3 or 4 you won't be feeling yourself. A bit under the weather so to speak. It's part of the detox from sugar and simple carbs (processed food) that you USE to eat. We call it Induction Flu here. Not to worry, it will pass within 24-72 hours.
Here's a sticky from the Induction Thread with some great info regarding Induction. Some great info there. Post often, join some challenges. A great way to meet people and make new friends.
Also, here's a site for some great Atkins recipes- Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes - Home The Induction recipes are marked with *.
Sincerely, Sherri
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.

[blueberrylady]

Re: New to the diet

Welcome aboard. Stick with the diet and you'll soon be feeling better than ever. Good luck!

[scandalous]

Re: New to the diet

Hi,
I'm also new I started two weeks ago and also started out having a hard time. It took me about 3 or 4 days for my body to get use to the dramatic change in my eating. But after that I was fine no major cravings thank goodness. I've been able to stick with it and got results So u just hang in there I too started out at 160 and now am 11 pounds lighter and feel great!!! Good luck to you and welcome to the board here u'll find a lot of useful info.

[charene]

Re: New to the diet

you can do it!

[scandalous]

Re: New to the diet

Thanks!!! I have a quick question I actually feel silly asking but how do u get ur ticker to show up . I tried but had no clue on what I was doing. If it's not too much trouble could u tell me how to do it?

[newformenotyou2008]

Re: New to the diet

My name is Rusty, and this is my second time on Atkins. I've been on the diet now 4 days, but today I had some turkey lunch meat that my son would not eat. I had about half a piece and looked at the sugar. There was a gram of sugar in it. Did I just screw up my diet? I had planned on buying my strips to test my ketones, but now I'm too afraid I blew it and have to start those 4 days over again. Also, here is a run down of my meals everyday:


Breakfast: 2 eggs and 2 pieces of turkey bacon/water

Lunch: Turkey patty with 2 pieces of bacon and cheese/ one chicken breast

Snack: 3 pieces of rolled up ham

Supper: 1 chicken breast/ 1 can of tuna(mayo and dill relish)


Is this ok. I drink 1 gallon of water a day and chew only sugar free gum to rid that nasty taste.


DID I BLOW MY DIET TODAY UNKNOWINGLY??????

[JediCowgirl]

Re: New to the diet

Hi!
I am new to this too....I can't seem to believe that the things I am eating are OK though? Do you get that feeling? It seems so different to cut out everything but basically, fat and protein!!

[momtomany1]

Re: New to the diet

Rusty, relax, that one piece of turkey is not going to wreck you, promise.

You will lose weight on the menu you posted, for sure.

You might not feel the best, however, and that isn't necessary. You have no vegetables in your day, (I don't count relish.)

You need 3 cups of salad type veggies, leafy greens, radishes, etc. or two cups salad type veggies and one cup cooked EVERY DAY in induction.

Three cups of vegetables minimum. Choose from the 'induction list' in the book. Also in this forum

Atkins Low Carb Dieting - FAQ's - Atkins Diet

you can find the induction list, and the induction rules.

Not eating your veggie carbs will impact your feelings of 'well being.' You can expect a few days of detox where you feel cruddy, after that you should feel terrific, rush of energy, but you won't feel your best if you don't eat your veggies.

JediCowgirl, are you eating your veggies?

Ang, tough it out a couple more days, you will feel marvelous once you get into ketosis, are burning fat for energy, and your body realizes it has a nice 'reserve' to tap into!