Trying again

[fifilala]

Hi everyone. I'm Australian, living in Sydney. I'm 166cm (5'6") and approximately 73kg (no idea what that is in pounds).

Several years ago I started the Atkins WOE and lost around 5kg. However, I got complacent, starting eating carbs again and lost control. So much so that I'm now 5kg heavier than I was when I started Atkins last time!

So, I finally realised that I could ignore it no longer and started induction on the Sunday just gone. Luckily, my husband is doing it with me, which makes it much simpler. As it has only been 4 days, I still feel a bit washed out but the cravings are getting a little easier to ignore. On the second day I would have given anything for a coffee and a piece of good chocolate, but I held firm.

What's hard is looking at the disappointed faces of my cake-baking and pasta-making colleagues when I refuse (politely of course) to taste their latest creation. My Italian colleague is very hard to refuse, but luckily he hasn't made anything this week so I haven't had to fight that battle yet.

My short perusal of these forums has turned up some very useful advice, so I'm glad to be here and hope that this time, I stick to the plan!

[sporty]

Re: Trying again

HI and welcome to the forums.

THe hardest part is learning to say NO. But you can do it! You will be settled in nicely once you get a routine down.

I am on day 6 and it was rough the first few days but I am doing well and hanging in there. NOT one slip up and I am proud of myself for that.

It is great your doing this with your hubby. I am as well and mine is on the board here with me. It makes it soooooooo much easier!

I wish you lots of SUCCESS!

[Whatsername]

Re: Trying again

Welcome (or welcome back)! This is also my second time with Atkins. You have the determination to do this and do it right. It is also good that your husband is doing it too and you have each other for support.

Keep up the good work. Look forward to getting to know you better.

Jane

[imagood1]

Re: Trying again

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/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.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. Learn to read the label on all foods you buy - 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”).

Check the STAC Second Time Around Club - Atkins Diet for additional support. Check the stickies at the top of the induction forum to refresh your memory on the plan. http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/5781-before-you-begin-atkins-nutritional-approach.html.

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!

[fifilala]

Re: Trying again

Thank you all very much. I feel very welcome.

I think I actually have the edition of Dr Atkins book to which you refer, imagood1, because I have the list of Induction foods. The first time I tried Atkins I was really into the science of it and read the whole book. I now know how many words mean sugar!

It's rather depressing that this time around, I have an additional 5kg to lose.