Hey Everyone

[perrfektlyflawed]

Hello Everyone-

My name is Janelle. After gaining 40 lbs in nursing school I decided to start the Atkins. This is my sixth day of induction, but I have only lost 2 lbs. I was reading boards and realized that I shouldn't be drinking crystal light or any of the low carb candies in the induction phase. Any more tips from you pros?

*And no, I have not read the book. I plan on buying the book once I start working.

[imagood1]

Re: Hey Everyone

Hi and welcome to ADBB. Check the stickies (information posts) at the top of the induction page - http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html – it’s a condensed version of everything you’ll need to know. It’s a good idea to get a copy of the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) the book we use for reference on this site - I got mine online for around $5.00 (including shipping) - check www.amazon.com or www.half.com. Obviously you had the wrong impression of Atkins, too bad you didn't come here and read and find out the details before you started. Make sure you eat protein/fats AND veggies daily - this isn't a meat & cheese only way to eat.

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water each day, including:
Filtered water
Mineral water
Spring water
Tap water

*** You already have this figured out BUT: Crystal Light, sugar free teas, sf kool-aid, sf sodas and, coffee do not count toward your daily total. PURE water is the only thing that counts. Induction is the time to end food and drink addictions – water will help do that.

The Atkins shakes and bars are not legal on induction – there are non-induction ingredients in them.

Before you start:
*I hope you took your measurements and got on the scale so you have accurate numbers to start with - don't weigh again until the end of.

*Eat a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also make sure you get your fats, carbs and protein in daily – www.fitday.com will help you keep track of this.

*Drink 64 ounces of pure water -nothing added daily (see info above regarding water).

*Take your supplements and start an exercise routine.

The recipe sites are a helpful meal planning tool – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with. Remember – if a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list it doesn’t belong in your mouth – no exceptions!

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


If you need anything we’re here to help you!! Good luck.

[jsj0305]

Re: Hey Everyone

Welcome to ADBB Janelle!!

I'm glad you're getting the book asap, it really is the key to following this way of eating. And to be honest, I have so much of a better understand of how Atkins works by reading it... it makes it SO much easier to stick with.

Go ahead on into the Atkins 14 day induction Forum and read the stickies. You will find all the info you need until your book arrives.. especially a list of acceptable foods It's the second question in this link.

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html

If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask questions or PM me!!! We're all here to help

[chinadoll]

Re: Hey Everyone

Hi Janelle,

Here are my suggestions:
drink lots of plain water, eat 3 cups of your veggies a day (2 from salad veggies and one (raw measure) from the other category and start exercising--it makes you want more water and gets your body moving.

[IrishIrish]

Re: Hey Everyone

Welcome and congratulations on your decision to introduce yourself here! I can tell you what has worked for me.

Commit to this WOL and understand that it is a way of life. It is not a quick fix or simply an "I want to be svelte in 2 weeks diet!".

Educate yourself with Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution 2002. My preference has been to keep it simple with the whole food approach and not use the convenience foods. Keep the book handy and refer to it often. Every time you read it you will see new information and it will refresh your knowledge.
Also rely on the Frequently Asked Questions forum here on the .

Plan. Plan your meals and menus. Even plan your water! Look for recipes here on the board. Shop for your ingredients. Read your labels. Have a plan for when you are sick, when your throat hurts, when someone disappoints you, when your family has a celebration, during holidays, when you travel, when someone is sick or when someone dies, when work is stressful, when it is your birthday. When there are people, places or things that you associate with carb laden foods, know what you need to do instead. Excuses are often the reason people re-start Atkins again and again.

Find support. Find it in your family or with your friends or here on this board. Distance yourself from the negativity. If only I had a dollar for every thin and overweight person who told me this wouldn't work, I'd send it to Tom and let him support the server that we rely on to see this board!

Exercise. Choose something you can do. Swim, run, bicycle, join a gym or don't. Walk or dance in your family room. Lift cans or pick up your baby. I've learned that cats do not enjoy dancing, though! The bottom line is to move and move every day.

And CELEBRATE the victories and how you handle the distractions and challenges. Keep a journal or a calendar of your progress. Share them for other so that they can learn from you. The survives from people "paying it forward".

Atkins is about changing your life. Yes it is about weight loss, but it also is a means to improving attitude, health and what you get out of life.

Welcome!