First day of atkins for me!

[aimingfor135]

Hi there, I'm Pardis and I'm just starting on the Atkins diet.

I'm 5"9 and weigh 157 pounds. I've struggled with my weight the past couple of years, hitting a peak of 175 pounds, but I've managed to bring it down through lots of exercise and eating healthier. Now I'm hoping that with Atkins, I can get to my ideal weight: 135 pounds. So, 22 pounds to lose!

Am starting today

[liv]

Re: First day of atkins for me!

You're aiming for quite think it looks like. It may take some patience. I hope you like Atkins.
Welcome to the forum

[imagood1]

Re: First day of atkins for me!

Hi and welcome to ADBB.

We follow the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) it would be a helpful for you to have a copy of the book to refer to. At the top of the induction page you’ll find a condensed version of the book - http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/spotlight-introduce-yourself/60133-if-you-new-read.html

Make a copy of this list: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html and take it with you when you go to the store. If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list don’t eat it. Make sure you don’t just look at the “carb” number look at the ingredients list of everything and check the ingredients against your list. Just because it says "low carb" doesn't mean you can eat it. Also check for hidden sugars (learn the names used in place of the word “sugar”). We count "net carbs" (carb minus fiber = net carbs) – you can keep track of your daily food on FitDay or another program.

You will find a lot of support on this site for you -- hopefully you'll find your niche here and will enjoy your journey.

The recipe sites are helpful for meal planning – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with.
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(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 recipes)
(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 (Induction Recipe Basics)

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

[chinadoll]

Re: First day of atkins for me!

Welcome to ADBB.