Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

[Kamikins]

21 year old female here! Tring to get a new outlook on life! I am great in every aspect except my wieght. I don't find myself unattractive in the face, have a good steady job, am in school working on my master's and am engaged to a wonderful man. However, I find myself being so upset about my weight. I don't want to go out with my fiance, I don't want to go to the mall or family get together's or parties. A co-worker suggested this diet to me. I hope it works. I have a thyroid disorder that slows my metabolism, and every other diet I've ever done, even for months on end has failed, or I'm only able to lose 10-15 lbs and then I stop losing wieght entirely. I've done everything from weight watchers, to low calorie to low fat, to Slimfast to diet pills. I want results. I hope this works with my effort, because I might be at a total loss if this fails. I am really trying. Good luck to everyone out there, wish me luck guys!!

SW: 200.5 CW : 200.5 GW: 135-140

[Sherri]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Hello Kami,
Welcome to ADBB and to Atkins.
I too have Hypo-thyroidism and am currently on 112 mcg of Synthroid. Atkins is a very healing woe. Not only have I managed to lose over 100 pounds but it also reversed my Type-2 Diabetes and change my blood chemistry to healthier levels.
Do you have DANDR 2002? That is the book we go by here.
Work the plan 100% and you'll get 100% results.
Post often, join some challenges. A great way to meet people and make new friends.
Ask lots of question if you have them. There's loads of support here.
Again, WELCOME!
Wishing you the best love health and lite.
Sincerely, Sherri

[Sherri]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Oh, almost forgot. I wanted to give this Sticky to you as well. Make sure you read all the Stickies in the Induction Thread. Lots of info and help there to get you on the right track to the Journey of you getting Healthy, Healthy, Healthy

!Induction Sticky



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.

[carbless_in_seattle]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

I'm not one to recommend pills without consulting your doctor first, although I think what I'm going to mention are all safe. If you take the following supplements, it should help with your thyroid:

kelp, selenium, L-tyrosine

Kelp is for the Iodine in it.

Oh, and you have to take all three together.

[Kamikins]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Wow! I think I'm going to love this feature! I just posted my intro today and am already getting wonderful feedback and support! Support always keeps me going in situations where I start off doubtful and want some backing. Thank you so much! I should probably set some mini-goals too huh? About the Atkins book, I haven't purchased it yet, and live paycheck to paycheck. I'll be able to buy it in about 1 week. Are there things that I'm going to miss in the book that will mess up my first week without it? I'm doing most veggies and greens, and no nuts or anything like that, and no more than 20 net carbs a day.

[carbless_in_seattle]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Wow! I think I'm going to love this feature! I just posted my intro today and am already getting wonderful feedback and support! Support always keeps me going in situations where I start off doubtful and want some backing. Thank you so much! I should probably set some mini-goals too huh? About the Atkins book, I haven't purchased it yet, and live paycheck to paycheck. I'll be able to buy it in about 1 week. Are there things that I'm going to miss in the book that will mess up my first week without it? I'm doing most veggies and greens, and no nuts or anything like that, and no more than 20 net carbs a day.

All the information you can find in the book, you can also find on this site.
Good luck!

[transypodge]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Kami,
I understand being paycheck to paycheck--I just finished grad school myself and am so thrilled to be able to afford better quality food. As for the book, I found the best deal of Amazon. You can get used copies for under 5 bucks. Good luck!

[the_hangmans_daughter]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Hi there!
I am new to this diet too, but have seen it work on 5 people that I know. This is why I am doing it. I am positive that if it is followed correctly, then you can lose the weight! I am only on my second day but am keeping myself motivated by the fact that I have seen this work so many times. Think of all the success that others have had with it and stay strict and you should be losing the weight in no time!

I have the same problem as you, where I think that I am attractive in the face but not body-wise. I used to have an alright body (and some people say that I still do) but I am not happy with it at all. I am embarassed to go out sometimes and I am sick of having to cover my stomach with my arms or my handbag when I sit. I guess that is part of my motivation....being able to bend down and sit down without fear of my stomach hanging over my jeans and to go out without a caridgan to cover my arms and my stomach. I would love to go out and just be me, you know? Wear a tank top when it is hot without something else over it. Live life without having to consider if I "look fat".

Sorry for blabbing about myself....I have forum-deprived for a while. Haha.

So, just wanted to say that I hope it works for you (and me...haha)!

Best thing about this diet, for me, is that you get to eat meat and cheese. Yes, please!

[Kamikins]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

Guess now is a good a time as ever to post the mini goals!

1ST MINI- 185
2ND MINI- 170
3RD MINI- 160 (hello my fav jeans again!)
4TH MINI- 145
5TH MINI- 130 Don't think I should go below this. It'd look anorexic on my frame.

[Sherri]

Re: Down To My Last Thread Of Hope!!

What are the Rules of Induction?
What foods can be eaten on Induction?
Those two should keep you on the straight and narrow untill you get your book. Make sure to read all the Stickies in the 14 Day Induction Thread.
Great goals!