Me and my 15 yr old

[mom4]

Im back, and this time I so want to succeed. Although I know I need to do this for myself first, I must succeed for my 15yr old too. She is over weight and is hurting so much because of it. She is on Atkins starting today as well. I do worry since she is on her own during the day while Im at work, but she wants this so badly. My hubby also started. I was wondering if their is anyone around her age out there that she can talk to. Hope to hear from you.

[imagood1]

Re: Me and my 15 yr old

Hi and welcome -- there is a teen forum here on the site which is looked over by an adult (Georgiana). There is a different book for teens since they need more nutrition than an adult - I hope you will check it out and use it for her health. The name is "Feed your Kids Well" by Dr. Fred Pescatore. Dr. Pescatore was an associate of Dr. Atkins.

As far as you and your husband you are lucky to have help along the way!! Here is some info to help get all of you started again. Good luck and keep posting - we're here to help each other.

Check the STAC for additional support Second Time Around Club - Atkins Diet. Stay away from the shakes and bars (they are NOT legal on induction) - eat a variety of foods, get your fats, carbs and protein in daily, drink plenty of pure water (nothing added), take your supplements and exercise.

Check the stickies (information posts) at the top of this page http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/

Check the recipe sites also - they are very helpful and will help make your meals so much more enjoyable.

Recipe Sites
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html
(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/6807-induction-recipe-basics-more-recipes-added.html

[blueberrylady]

Re: Me and my 15 yr old

Congrats to your whole family on working together for a better life! Your daughter will thank you later for helping her to see herself in a better way and make her life easier in so many ways. Good luck to all you!